Marine protected areas indicators of efficacy measure (MPAs)
Abstract
The object of the article consists in presenting different indicators of efficacy measure of marine protected areas (MPAs). The methodology used was based in the analysis of scientific publications that studied the topic from diverse perspectives. The hypothesis that states that MPAs efficacy may be measured from different perspectives, not only biological and ecological, but also social and legal was confirmed. Firstly, social and legal measures based on indicators elaborated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) are shown. Afterwards, conclusions regarding the efficacy of MPAs to prevent pollution by ships and marine installations are shared. Finally, ecological indicators elaborated who analyzed 27 case studies are referred.
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