Are marine protected areas really protecting Caribbean reefs?

Grober-Dunsmore R. 1996. Are marine protected areas really protecting Caribbean reefs?. St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

This article explores the effectiveness off marine protected areas, specifically around the U.S. Virgin Islands. This was done through surveys of scientists and park managers, which revealed that enforcement and implementation of policy in marine reserved areas is not easy, and makes the areas less protective to its marine resources.

Type
Published Report
Authors
Grober-Dunsmore, Rikki
Date of Issue
1996
Units
BUIS , DRTO
Keywords
Caribbean, Coral Reefs, Ecological preserve, Management, Marine, Protected Areas

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