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“This is the rollcall of evolution happening in the space of a few generations, the greatest loss of living things that make up our biodiversity since the disappearance of the dinosaurs.”

Quote by Peter Garrett

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Peter Garrett is an Australian politician born on April 16, 1953. He has served as a member of the Australian House of Representatives and has had a significant impact in the fields of environmental protection, arts, and culture. more

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