MPAs

Question 1

Why aren’t fisheries more effective?

Answer 1

• require proper implementation of all laws

- protection of the habitat is required as well as protection of the stock.

Question 2

What are the aims of MPAs?

Answer 2

• Tourism and recreation
• Science
• Education.

Question 3

What generally happens to fish in MPAs?

Answer 3

Grow larger, live longer and have higher fecundity.

Question 4

How much of the sea should we protect to improve fishing?

Answer 4

20-40% but we only protect 1.2% because its so expensive.