Marine protected area: Prospective tool for ecosystem-based fisheries management in Nigeria
English

E. Agbeja Yetunde
2017 International Journal of Biodiversity and Conservation  
Ecosystem based approach rather than species based approach to management and conservation of marine recourses has been recognized as the sustainable way to tackle ecological complexities that apply to maintaining biodiversity. In this light Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) has gained prominence worldwide as a laudable tool for ecosystem based marine conservation and fishery management. This paper examines MPAs and suggests guidance for establishing them in Nigeria, whilst highlighting its
more » ... to ecosystem-based approach to coastal and marine resource such as fisheries management in Nigeria.
doi:10.5897/ijbc2016.1062 fatcat:uwzgodegznc4vltcrcl65qlp2m