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This map of area-based management in New England illustrates the myriad uses of MPAs— habitat protection, gear restrictions, habitat areas of particular concern, year-round area closures, seasonal area closures, fishery harvest areas, special access program areas, and areas closed to gear that might harm corals.
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Page 1: Marine Protected Areas established by U.S. Fishery Management Councils

This map of area-based management in New England illustrates the myriad uses of MPAs— habitat protection, gear restrictions, habitat areas of particular concern, year-round area closures, seasonal area closures, fishery harvest areas, special access program areas, and areas closed to gear that might harm corals.