Map of Indonesia's Largest Gold Reserves Located in Sulawesi

5. Threatens wildlife and puts endemic animals at risk of extinction

Gold mining not only threatens the environment but also puts wildlife at risk of extinction.

According to a 2019 study published in Animal Conservation, gold mining has been shown to threaten wildlife in Ranomafana National Park in Madagascar.

 

Putri Nurhidayati

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