Malta Expands Habitat Protections in the Mediterranean and Protects 35% of its Waters - Oceana

Victory | June 5, 2018

Malta Expands Habitat Protections in the Mediterranean and Protects 35% of its Waters

This announcement is the result of Oceana efforts that began in 2013, and the protections are based on the findings of two Oceana expeditions (2015 and 2016 LIFE Ba?AR Expeditions). Oceana mapped out sandbanks, reefs, and more than 89 marine caves through use of a remotely operated vehicle and scuba divers. With these new measures, 35% of Malta’s waters are now protected.