Sanctuary of an island of Indonesia

There has been an increase in shark finning and manta ray hunting in the around the island of Raja Ampat in Indonesia. So Shark Savers and the Misool Eco Resort gathered 8,500 signatures on a petition requesting the formation of a sanctuary that cover the surrounding waters of the island. So now the sharks and manta rays have been given a santuary of 17,760 square miles as a reservation. The area is such a diverse area that not only sharks and manta rays will be protected but also sea turtles, dugongs, and other iconic animals. Hiring people to stand guard of the area will cost some money, but the money gained from ecotourism should help pay for the enforcement.



http://www.treehugger.com/files/2010/12/new-shark-sanctuary-encompasses-entire-island-is-a-first-for-indonesia.php