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A protected area means a clearly defined geographical space, recognized, dedicated, and managed through legal or other effective means to achieve the long-term conservation of nature with associated ecosystem services and cultural values (Dudley 2008 IUCN Guidelines). The ICUN categories apply to terrestrial and marine areas. Only those where the main goal or outcome is conserving nature should be considered a Protected Area. The appropriate ICUN category is assigned based on the primary state objective, which must apply to at least 75% of the site.

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A protected area means a clearly defined geographical space, recognized, dedicated, and managed through legal or other effective means to achieve the long-term conservation of nature with associated ecosystem services and cultural values (Dudley 2008 IUCN Guidelines). The ICUN categories apply to terrestrial and marine areas. Only those where the main goal or outcome is conserving nature should be considered a Protected Area. The appropriate ICUN category is assigned based on the primary state objective, which must apply to at least 75% of the site.

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Stay up to date with the latest Bahamas Project for Marine Conservation (BPMC) news and learn more about what we are doing in the community as we work to raise awareness and improve the management of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in The Bahamas.

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Bahamas Project for Marine Conservation Hits Major Milestone in MPA Assessments

Bahamas Project for Marine Conservation Hits Major Milestone in MPA Assessments

BPMC Hosts Marine Protected Area Workshop at the Office of the Prime Minister

BPMC Hosts Marine Protected Area Workshop at the Office of the Prime Minister

Department of Marine Resources Awards Consultancy for South Berry Islands Marine Reserve

Department of Marine Resources Awards Consultancy for South Berry Islands Marine Reserve

Forestry Unit Advances Development of National Mangrove Management Plan Through Stakeholder Inception Workshop

Forestry Unit Advances Development of National Mangrove Management Plan Through Stakeholder Inception Workshop

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