MARINE AND COASTAL PROTECTED AREAS

Marine and coastal protected areas (MCPAs) are now universally
recognized as key tools for the conservation and
management of marine species, habitats and ecosystems.
The need is clear: coastal development and population
growth, depleted marine resources, pollution of coastal
ecosystems, degradation of coral reefs, and dramatic loss
of biodiversity are but a few of the warning signs that
urgent action is needed.