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Description:
Author(s):
Bohnsack, J. A, Causey, B., Crosby, M. P., Griffis, R. G., Hixon, M. A, Hourigan, T. F., Koltes, K. H., Maragos, J. E., Simons, A., Tilmant, J. T.
Title:
A rationale for minimum 20-30% no-take protection
Publication Date:
2003
Proceedings Title:
Proceedings of the 9th International Coral Reef Symposium
Page(s):
615-619
Abstract:
Discusses U.S. Coral Reef Task Force's goal of protecting a minimum of 20% by area of all representative coral reefs and associated habitats as no-take reserves by 2010. Article provides rationale for 20-30% minimum no-take protection to preserve these ecosystems, drawing on reproductive theory, knowledge of vulnerability of reef species, fishery failures analysis, empirical and modeling studies of reserves, and principles of precautionary management.
Keywords:
conference proceedings / no-take zones / coral reef conservation / ecosystem management / marine parks and reserves - management
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