Korea's DMZ Emerges As Unexpected Wildlife Haven After Decades Of Isolation

The Korean Demilitarised Zone, a 155-mile fortified border, has become an unexpected sanctuary for diverse wildlife including musk deer and leopards. Largely untouched by urbanization and agriculture, the area has allowed rare species to flourish. Migratory birds have also found refuge in the zone's wetlands and rice fields. Ongoing conservation initiatives and eco-tourism efforts are helping safeguard this remarkable ecosystem.