Representing about 8% of the world's oceans, marine protected areas (MPAs) are effective
instruments for mitigating the damage that overfishing can do to ecological and economic
systems. Yet, less than 2% of the ocean is proclaimed an exclusive no-take zone. Expecting
their number and size to increase significantly in the coming years, meticulous
implementation of MPAs is central to their success. Using a dynamic game model we
explore the impact of designated no-take marine reserves on fish stock and on fishing …