Mexico

Marine Protected Areas in Mexico

Mexico is bordered on the north by the United States; on the south and west by the Pacific Ocean; on the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea; and on the east by the Gulf of Mexico. Mexico has 9,330 km of coastline and its Exclusive Economic Zone is approximately 3,177,593 sq km.

Marine protected areas in Mexico include national parks, flora and fauna protection areas, and sanctuaries among others. According to a 2010 MPA list update, Mexico has 66 marine protected areas. The effectiveness of marine management in Mexico is limited due to lack of funding and resources to develop and efficiently implement management plans.