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1st Edition of Marine Protected Areas for Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises

Erich Hoyt has put online several sample sections from the first edition of his book Marine Protected Areas for Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises (for the updated expanded version, please consult the 2nd edition book). You can read the Introduction

Introduction to Erich Hoyt's book Marine Protected Areas for Whales, Dolphins & Porpoises
What is the difference between a marine protected area (MPA) and a sanctuary?
Critical habitat for cetaceans defined
Ecosystem-based management (EBM) defined
The precautionary approach defined
MPAs: How big and what level of protection should they have?
Exclusive economic zones (EEZs) and the high-seas
Claiming new exclusive economic zones (EEZs) in the world ocean
Are MPAs the answer? How to make them work.
El Vizcaino Biosphere Reserve: A zoned MPA
How well do MPAs protect cetacean habitat?
What do we need to do to protect cetaceans and ecosystems besides creating MPAs?
Case study: Pelagos Sanctuary for Mediterranean Marine Mammals
    Type
    Location
    Cetacean species
    Additional species and other features
    Size of designated protected area
    Rationale
    Cetacean research in the Mediterranean, focusing on the Pelagos Sanctuary for Mediterranean Marine Mammals
Case study: A place for cetaceans in Komodo National Park, proposed for expansion
    Type
    Location
    Cetacean species
    Additional species and other features
    Size of designated protected area
    Size of proposed extension
    Rationale
    MPAs and cetaceans in Indonesia
    Table: Indonesian laws regarding cetaceans and cetacean habitats
Cetacean Habitat Directory for MPAs and Sanctuaries