The use of underwater video techniques has expanded rapidly in ecological studies and is
particularly desirable in protected areas since the method does not impact the habitat or …

In the Anthropocene, marine ecosystems are rapidly shifting to new ecological states.
Achieving effective conservation of marine biodiversity has become a fast‐moving target …

Many marine protected areas (MPAs) around the world are 'paper parks'. A key factor
contributing to their ineffectiveness is non‐compliance with the rules in place. 2. This paper …

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) help replenish fish assemblages, though different trophic
levels may show diverse recovery patterns. Long-term protection is required to achieve total …

Through effective management, recreational fisheries can engender economic
development, while maintaining stock productivity and ecosystem health. Despite good …

Overfishing is one of the main impacts on the marine environment and multiple-use Marine
Protected Areas (MPAs) could be a useful tool to conserve biodiversity and promote …

Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of no-take zones (NTZs) is critical, not just for the
effective management of marine resources, but also for informing and gaining support from …

Sea urchins act as a keystone herbivore in marine coastal ecosystems, regulating
macrophyte density, which offers refuge for multiple species. In the Mediterranean Sea, both …

Marine communities are often affected by intense fishing pressure, and the related impacts
can be detected and understood through bioindicators that assess stock biomass, the state …

In invertebrate fisheries, sea urchin harvesting continues to grow with dramatic
consequences for benthic ecosystems. The identification of areas with a marked natural …