Management and conservation of marine biodiversity in Sudan

Abstract EN

Several studies have been carried out in Sudan by national and international scientists with emphasis on the status of coral reefs and their biodiversity.

Little work has been done with regard to mangroves and sea-grass beds compared with that donne with regard to coral reefs.

These studies reflected the threats facing marine biodiversity including habitat destruction, environmental degradation from oil related, and pollution from land based activities.

in this paper trends in conservation of marine biodiversity including past activities and recent initiatives were described.

The role of the Regional Organization for the Conservation of the Environment of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden (PERSGA) is highlighted with regard to legal aspects, capacity development, and promotion of on-the-ground projects concerning conservation of marine ecosystems and their biological diversity.