Are all protected areas in the ocean equal? A study on the bonus species protection

How To Protect The Ocean · Feb 28, 2025 · 14m · transcript

Are OECMs (Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures) just as effective as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in protecting biodiversity? In this episode of How to Protect the Ocean, we break down the differences, benefits, and challenges of OECMs, particularly in Canada's conservation strategy. Learn how fisheries closures and Indigenous-led conservation initiatives contribute to marine biodiversity and whether they should be counted toward Canada's 30x30 target.

🔹 What are OECMs, and how do they compare to MPAs?

🔹 Can fisheries closures serve as effective conservation tools?

🔹 How do…