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Author Allsopp, M. // Page, R. // Johnston, P. // Santillo, D.
Title Oceans in Peril: Protecting Marine Biodiversity

Place of Publication Washington, D.C.
Publisher Worldwatch Institute
Date of Publication 2007
Page(s) 56pp
Accession Date 10/07
Full Text Available N 
Theme Fisheries / MPA Systems and Networks
Collection Bibliography
ISBN 978-1878071811
Abstract Discusses anthropogenic threats to marine biodiversity, including overfishing, destructive fishing methods, pollution, and commercial aquaculture practices. Notes scientists and policymakers now see the need for a precautionary approach to managing the seas, with the protection of the whole marine ecosystem as the primary objective. Promotes a well-enforced network of marine reserves to reverse damaging trends for the oceans.
Keywords Ocean policy / Marine biological diversity conservation / Marine parks and reserves - networks / marine ecosystem management / sustainable fisheries

 

 
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