Marine Protected Areas in Scotland

In Scotland, Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are designated areas of the sea aimed at protecting habitats, wildlife, geology, undersea landforms, historic shipwrecks, and demonstrating sustainable management of marine resources. As of August 2025, approximately 37% of Scotland's seas are covered by the Scottish MPA network, which comprises 243 sites.


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