By 2022, the Protected Area (PA) network is made representative of all critical ecosystems and species and managed effec

Although Sri Lanka has already surpassed the Aichi target 11 of having 17% of its land under protection, it falls short of the 10% target for marine protected areas having 0.3%. Therefore, assessment of adequacy and representation is essential. Further it is necessary to assess wherever PA are properly designated connectivity ensured and effective managed.