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 Marine Conservation Protected Marine Areas were established in 1995 to avoid over-exploitation of natural resources. This was the first step in protecting these areas from the detrimental effects of over-fishing, coral mining, anchor damage and rubbish. The killing of turtles, which is under threat of extinction, is banned and the export of products made of turtle shell is prohibited. Sport fishing practised by some islands is now confined to the tag and release method. |
      
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