The dragon's blood tree, indigenous to Socotra, is on the brink of extinction due to climate change, invasive species, and the ongoing civil war in Yemen. The unique ecosystem, which includes numerous endemic species, is struggling under severe environmental pressures. The cultural and economic implications are significant as tourism relies on these trees, offering local communities a sustainable livelihood. Without urgent conservation efforts, both the trees and the tourism economy that supports many islanders face dire consequences, threatening the very fabric of Socotran life.
Seeing the trees die, it's like losing one of your babies,
With the income we receive from tourism, we live better than those on the mainland.
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