The WDPA-Marine is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive
set of marine protected areas (MPAs) data available. The dataset
focuses on MPAs and representation of the diverse species and
habitats found in the marine environment. The tools itself
features the attributes of each MPA, gives users an advanced
search function, provides a viewer through Google Earth and
links through to other detailed information such as the Global
Biodiversity Information Facility.Resource Type: Tools /
Applications Based on input from more than 100 experts, this
book aims to provide the most detailed assessment ever of the
worldwide distribution and conservation status of national parks
and reserves. It examines the relationship between people and
protected areas, investigates threats and opportunities, cites
the history of protected areas, provides expert conservation
advice and celebrates the success of protected areas around the
world. Edited by Stuart Chape, Mark Spalding and Martin Jenkins,
with foreword by Achim Steine