WHAT IS A FISH SANCTUARY?
A Fish Sanctuary is a coastal area where no fishing
is allowed, therefore marine organisms can breed and grow.
Jamaica has been experiencing a drastic decline in
fish populations over the years due to the impacts of climate change,
over-fishing, and pollution. Fish sanctuaries (marine reserves) has been
established to create a favourable breeding ground for fish, and other marine
organisms. Fish swim into the sanctuaries to lay their eggs, fingerlings
thrive, grow, then swim out to the sea where they are caught by fisher folks. This is known as "spill
over' effect".
BENEFITS OF FISH SANCTUARIES
- Increase in fish population
- Increase in recreational and eco-tourism opportunities
- Quality of catches will improve
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