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Towards the development of Marine Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (mIBAs) for penguins in Antarctica – an update on progress

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Document Number:
WG-EMM-2019/30
Author(s):
J. Handley, M.-M. Rouyer, L. Pearmain, V. Warwick-Evans, P. Trathan and M.P. Dias
Submitted By:
Dr Phil Trathan
Approved By:
Dr Chris Darby
Agenda Item(s)
WG-EMM-2019 - 2.1 - Data layers for risk assessment of spatial and temporal distribution
WG-EMM-2019 - 4.3 - Krill predator biology, ecology and population dynamics
WG-EMM-2019 - 6.1 - Data analysis supporting spatial management approaches in CCAMLR
Abstract
  • Our study area encompasses all CCAMLR MPA Planning Domains contiguous to mainland Antarctica.
  • We present the preliminary marine Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (mIBAS) for penguins.
  • A total of 64 definitive sites were identified as IBAs
  • We present a systematic overview of the population and penguin distribution data considered
  • We highlight areas where collaborative efforts could bolster marine spatial planning initiatives for Antarctic penguin species, and their associated biodiversity.
  • We present more detailed results for MPA Planning Domains 3, 4 and 9.