Protected Territory Review What is a protected territory

Protected Territory Review

What is a protected territory? It is a space that has specific measures, such as laws or fences, meant to protect it.

Why do we protect natural spaces? Endangered species (animal populations in very low numbers. Protect natural phenomena (such as glaciers, mountains, etc. ) Protect nesting sites

What are some natural threats to environments? Forest fires Floods Erosion

What are some man-made threats to environments? Road construction Poaching Mass tourism

What are some of the ways we can protect natural places? Regulations to stay on marked trails. Designated visitor spaces. Overpasses for animals to safely cross over highways. Laws against collecting any fauna or flora from areas.

Zones are different areas with specific purposes Examples: -Conservation zones - Recreational activity zones - Wildlife and natural land zones

What are the economic benefits of natural parks? Natural parks generate jobs in different fields. Examples: park supervisors, guides, etc. Natural parks attract visitors who must pay for entry and other activities.

UNESCO Criteria “An outstanding example of a phenomenon that shaped the landscape” Ex: Giant’s Causeway in Ireland. “Example of biological evolution” Ex: Redwood National Park “Area of exceptional beauty” Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal

UNESCO Criteria “Have fauna and flora that is important for the preservation of biodiversity” Ex: Whale sanctuaries

Why do we have to reconcile protecting natural places and letting people use the spaces? We want people to be able to enjoy and experience nature but we want to preserve it for future generations as well. Maintaining fauna and flora