Comprehensive Action Plans of the Sulu-Sulawesi Marine Ecoregion: A Priority Seascape of the Coral Triangle Initiative
Asian Development Bank | October 2011
Abstract
The Sulu-Sulawesi Marine Ecoregion (SSME), as the apex of the Coral Triangle, is considered the center of the center of marine biodiversity where the highest number of colorful reef and marine fishes, various sizes of corals and shells, myriad shapes of algae, and protective mangrove forests are found. The SSME's marine aquarium is not only a delightful lure for tourists but is also the source of food and a natural capital for livelihoods among coastal communities.
To address threats to SSME's diversity and productivity, an ecoregion conservation plan was forged collaboratively by Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines in 2004. As the management framework to address threats to its diversity and productivity, the SSME Ecoregion Conservation Plan has spurred the development of three comprehensive action plans for 2010-2012. These plans are implemented by the subcommittees on Migratory and Threatened Species, Marine Protected Areas and Networks, and Sustainable Fisheries, and guided by the SSME's Tri-National Committee.
This publication includes business plans and cost estimates to implement the three action plans - providing useful guide on costs and activities for governments, prospective donors, and investors; valuable information from cost-benefit analyses; and lessons learned from past conservation efforts.
Citation
Asian Development Bank. 2011. Comprehensive Action Plans of the Sulu-Sulawesi Marine Ecoregion: A Priority Seascape of the Coral Triangle Initiative. © Asian Development Bank. http://hdl.handle.net/11540/948. License: CC BY 3.0 IGO.PDF ISBN
978-92-9092-464-7
Print ISBN
978-92-9092-465-4
Keywords
Environment
Sociocultural Environment
Marine Environment
Environmental Problem
Environmental Law and Legislation
Aquatic Environment
Ecosystems
Environmental Planning
Ecology
Fishery development
Fishery projects
Development policy
Environment impact assessment
Environmental management
Environmental Damage
Environmental Conservation
Marine ecosystems
Environmental impact statements
Ecological risk assessment
Environmental auditing
Ecological monitoring
Environmental impact evaluation
Environmental quality management
Coastal ecology
Social ecology
Fisheries monitoring
Marine habitats
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