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Environment of Saint Lucia is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Saint Lucia Environment is of vital importance to this picturesque Caribbean island spread over an area of of 616 square kilometers, out of which 606 square kilometers is land with the remaining 10 square kilometers of water. Environment in Saint Lucia is dominated by the trade winds, which blow over this island throughout the year.
Mountains and volcanoes hosting innumerable streams comprise Saint Lucia Geography which has a direct impact on the island's environment. Environment of Saint Lucia, with woodland and rain forests, complements agriculture.
The principal responsibility of preserving the Environment of Saint Lucia lies with the Ministry of Agriculture's Lands, Fisheries and Cooperatives Forestry Division as well as the National Trust Fund. The excess usage of pesticides and herbicides is controlled in order the protect the environment from harmful chemical effects.
Initiatives are taken in order to protect the Saint Lucia Parrot as well as Saint Lucia white breasted thrasher, which are the endangered bird species of the island. The natural attractions of the Environment of Saint Lucia consist of the beautiful topography of the island.
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