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

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

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.