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Strategic new protections could link 13 Pacific deep-sea reserves into connected network

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New research from Plymouth Marine Laboratory suggests linking 13 Pacific deep-sea reserves could enhance protection against seabed mining impacts. Published in Nature Ecology & Evolution on October 23, 2026, the study identifies a strategic opportunity to improve conservation outcomes through coordinated management of these marine protected areas.

Key points

• Scientists at Plymouth Marine Laboratory proposed linking 13 Pacific deep-sea reserves to create a connected network for better protection.
• The research highlights an opportunity to make existing protections more effective against seabed mining impacts.

Context

Deep-sea reserves in the Pacific Ocean are established to shield marine life from seabed mining impacts. This new research offers a pathway to strengthen these protections through strategic network integration.

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