The Ross Sea, Antarctica
is the last intact marine ecosystem on earth
The Ross Sea is a living laboratory, providing our last chance to study
and understand how a healthy marine ecosystem functions.
But the natural balance of the Ross Sea ecosystem is now under threat.
An international fishing fleet is targeting Antarctic toothfish, sold as "Chilean sea bass" in up-market restaurants around the world.
There is still a chance to protect the Ross Sea. The international body providing governance for the waters around Antarctica has made a commitment to designate a network of Marine Protected Areas by 2012. This organisation is composed of 25 member nations, including New Zealand and the United States.
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The Last Ocean endorses the establishment of a comprehensive no-take Marine Protected Area for the Ross Sea. We would like New Zealand, as the instigator of fishing in the Ross Sea, to lead by example - to phase out commercial fishing and encourage other member nations to do the same.
The Last Ocean needs your help. Take action now
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