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IN
SIGHT
THE CREATION OF A HIGH-PROTECTION ZONE WITHIN
THE CAP D'AGDE MPA. “Protection levels are a

Small-scale fishermen express concerns about the decline in fish stocks and the good indicator of the
degradation of coralligenous habitats in this MPA in the Occitan region, resulting effectiveness of marine
from human activity (anchoring, overfishing, diving, etc.). How can we protect this protected areas”.
precious reef and the marine resources in the area? Joachim Claudet et al.,
One Earth, April 2020
At the end of 2019, after a period of analysis and consultation with local stakehol-
ders (30 small-scale fishermen, 8 diving companies, and recreational fishermen),
the Roc de Brescou Marine Reserve was established. 310 hectares (5% of the MPA)
are now under strict protection (no fishing, diving, anchoring, or dredging), with
a boat dedicated to surveillance and scientific monitoring. This is a major step
forward for the full protection of 45% of the MPA's coralligenous reefs. The decision
is subject to review every 6 years.

POSSIBLES FUTURES
depend on level of protection

? OR OR OR

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FULLY HIGHLY LIGHTLY MINIMALLY
PROTECTED PROTECTED PROTECTED PROTECTED

© Kirsten Grorud-Colvert and al., The MPA guide, Science, sept. 2021