The development of a scientific forum in the Western Indian Ocean region
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The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) promotes the educational, technological, and scientific development of all marine sciences throughout this region. Inaugurated in Dec 1991, this nonprofit organization permits its members a place to communicate and exchange information, and has formed partnerships with other international and regional organizations. WIOMSA has strong potential for growth, with a need for a stronger financial base.
Publication Name: Ambio
Subject: Environmental issues
ISSN: 0044-7447
Year: 1998
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The status of the coral reefs of Zanzibar: one example of a regional predicament
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Sustainable coral reef management is a crucial issue for people living near the coast of Zanzibar. The coral reefs of these islands are extensive, and have been actively used as resources for centuries, but increasing population pressure has created greater demand as well as greater exposure to pollution and physically destructive activities. Overexploitation, fishing and anchor damage, and pollution are the principal challenges Zanzibar coral reefs face.
Publication Name: Ambio
Subject: Environmental issues
ISSN: 0044-7447
Year: 1998
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Factors affecting scleractinian coral recruitment on a nearshore reef in Tanzania
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Dynamite fishing seems to have significantly damaged a coral reef in Tanzania. The Taa reef was severely damaged, and research has shown coral larvae usually settled on lower surfaces while dynamite fishing has removed viable seed populations for corals. Other factors affecting restoration of this habitat included sedimentation rates and competition for space with other species.
Publication Name: Ambio
Subject: Environmental issues
ISSN: 0044-7447
Year: 1998
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