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The reason for it being a world heritage site is because it holds so many beautiful features like fish, coral and mammals.

The Great Barrier Reef is UNESCO World Heritage listed because it is the largest coral reef in the world. By having World Heritage designation, the Great Barrier Reef is acknowledged to be of value to all people and is to be preserved.

The Great Barrier Reef was put on the world heritage list because of its outstanding beauty. It is also one of the largest barrier reefs in the world. The marine life thrives in its amazingly well kept oceans.

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