Site or Network Selection

Where a site (or combination of sites) is placed and how large it is will affect management effectiveness. Location and size should be driven by a clear conservation objective (what is the ultimate outcome desired), criteria for ranking areas (based on ecological, social, climate data), and stakeholder needs and interest. Even established MPAs can assess how their location and size are able to achieve the desired objectives and explore options for changes where there are shortfalls.
Key takeaways
  • Key takeaways
    Using clear objectives and criteria are more likely to result in sites with a greater likelihood of success
  • Key takeaways
    Engage stakeholders to balance ecological and socio-economic interests.
  • Key takeaways
    Even if you have an established site, it’s not too late to assess how the placement and design of the site may or may not help achieve your objectives and make corrections as needed 
Where in the MPA lifecycle?
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