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Protected Marine Areas
Steps have been taken to avoid over-exploitation of natural resources.
Protected Marine Areas were established in 1995. This was the first
step in protecting these areas from the detrimental effects of
over-fishing, coral mining, anchor damage and rubbish. The killing of
turtles, which is under threat of extinction, is banned and the export
of turtle shells and products made of turtle shell is prohibited.
Sport fishing practiced by some islands is now confined to the tag and
release method. |
Information provided by Maldives Tourism Promotion Board,
Ministry of Tourism, Republic of Maldives.
