April 15, 2024
Fish recovery failed in marine protected areas
A 12-year study conducted using scuba divers as part of the Healthy Reefs Initiative provides compelling evidence of human activities' impact on marine ecosystems. Photo by Karl Callwood on Unsplash
According to a 12-year study, fish species in the Caribbean Sea are not bouncing back as anticipated in marine protected areas (MPAs). Researchers claim that rising water temperatures, coastal development, and marine protection regulations are to blame.
The 1000-kilometer Mesoamerican Reef, a unique ecosystem along the Caribbean coasts of Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico, is a haven for diverse marine life. It is home to an impressive array of 500 different fish species and 65 species…
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Carli is a Content Specialist for National Fisherman. She comes from a fourth-generation fishing family off the coast of Maine. Her background consists of growing her own business within the marine community. She resides on one of the islands off the coast of Maine while also supporting the lobster community she grew up in.
