Re: Penguins and Seals Find New Lease on Life

On Fri, Jun 5, 2009 at 2:53 AM, Robyn E., Care2 Action Alerts <actionalerts@care2.com> wrote:

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South Africa Announces New Marine Protected Area Around Prince Edward Islands! Forward to friends >> Hi Palash, Penguins, albatrosses, killer whales and of course people can all jump for joy at the latest news from the Republic of South Africa! The country is set to establish one of the world's largest Marine Protected Areas (MPA) around its Prince Edward Islands. This inspiring achievement will help reduce the ecological impacts of fisheries, particularly on endangered seabirds. Send a note to South Africa's Environment Minister thanking his department for creating this 11,846 square mile ocean sanctuary >> The Prince Edward Islands in the Southern Ocean is amongst the world's most important and diverse regions. But until now, the islands have been threatened by illegal and irresponsible fishing practices. This bold step will provide critical habitat for many unique species, including 13 percent of the world's King Penguins population, five species of Albatross, 14 species of petrels, three species of seals and killer whales. Encourage the Republic of South Africa to keep up the good work! >> "This is a historic day in marine conservation in South Africa. All of South Africa's current MPAs are located very close inshore. The commitment of the first large offshore MPA moves South Africa into a new era of marine conservation," Dr Deon Nel, head of the WWF Sanlam Living Waters Partnership, said. Thank you, Palash, for making a difference to ocean wildlife today. Truly, Robyn E. Care2 Petition Site Team Take action link: http://www.care2.com/go/z/e/AFMZX/zJcY/AEmpI   Connect with Care2!   And follow us on twitter: http://twitter.com/actionalerts http://twitter.com/care2causes

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