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1. Marine reserves were pushed as the quickest and most viable way to restore ecosystems, and these places were chosen strategically.
- These places harbor a diverse variety of marine resources.
- These places can be used as a haven by marine wildlife: When the weather phenomenon of "El Niño" (warming of waters) hits, marine wildlife generally go to colder waters, which is provided by the islands. Therefore, setting these islands as a protected area will preserve marine wildlife during these periods. - These
2. Marine reserves can be implemented in conjunction with aquaculture.
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Peru produces about 10% of the world's fish, because of the currents in the South Pacific that push the fish into shallow waters.
Photos of my trip to the Paracas Marine Reserve:
Questions I'd like answered:
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