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June 18, 2025 by HAL
French Polynesia has created the world’s largest marine protected area (MPA). It will cover almost 5 million square kilometers of ocean. Around one-fifth of this area will have strict protections. Class I areas ban all fishing and dredging, while Class II allows sustainable tourism. This effort aims to protect marine diversity and honors traditional fishing […]
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April 7, 2025 by HAL
A significant conservation project in Scotland is working to protect the critically endangered flapper skate, a member of the shark family. This project involves citizen scientists, including sea anglers, who are advocating for a legally protected marine area off Oban and Mull. Their efforts focus on creating a safe habitat for the flapper skate and […]
November 21, 2024 by HAL
St Helena, an isolated island in the South Atlantic, boasts a vast Marine Protected Area (MPA) covering 448,411 square kilometers, which is more than twice the size of Great Britain. This MPA aims to protect marine ecosystems, manage natural resources sustainably, and enhance understanding of the marine environment. The waters around St Helena are home […]
November 10, 2024 by HAL
After 16 years of effort, local communities in northern Puerto Rico have successfully established a new Marine Protected Area (MPA) that spans over 200 square kilometers. This area, known as the Underwater Gardens of Vega Baja and Manati, includes important ecosystems like coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds. It is home to over 14 endangered […]
November 1, 2024 by HAL
The Azores has established Europe’s largest Marine Protected Area (MPA), covering nearly 900,000 square kilometers. This new area is crucial for protecting essential habitats that support endangered marine life such as whales and dolphins. By limiting fishing and other harmful activities, the MPA aims to help marine ecosystems recover and maintain biodiversity. The Blue Azores […]
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