Authors:
Lowry, G.K., A.T. White and P. Christie
Publication Date:
2009
Abstract/Summary:
The study found that while social and ecological criteria are shaping MPA networks through science-based planning, integrated management, and coordination, there exist numerous institutional issues related to scaling up to networks from single MPAs. Issues pertain to: limiting access to resources, boundary delineation, monitoring compliance, finding common goals and identity, and conflict resolution. Factors correlated with management success included common institutional processes and legal support, improved understanding of benefits from a network and improved habitat conditions and fishery yields associated with MPAs.
Resource Type:
Peer-reviewed Article
Source:
Coastal Management
Link:
http://oneocean.org/download/db_files/Scaling-up-to-MPA-Networks_CMJ_09.pdf