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Marine issues in Scotland

Scotland's seas and coasts are home to an amazing range of marine wildlife and habitats, from sheltered sea lochs and grassy seabeds to exposed rocky reefs and towering underwater seamounts.
Such diverse habitats support thriving populations of otters and seals, seabirds, fish, marine mammals like porpoises and other spectacular marine wildlife like seahorses and sponges.

Sadly we are failing to manage this amazing environment which is why WWF Scotland is working to promote the sustainable management of Scotland's marine species and habitats and in particular some of its valuable fisheries.

Here in Scotland, for example, WWF is working alongside fishermen and other marine stakeholders to promote ways to sustainably manage the valuable Nephrops fishery through the Clyde Fisheries Development Project.

Find out more about why we need a strong Scottish Marine Bill.



Scottish Marine Bill
Take action in support of a strong Scottish Marine Bill


Scotland's marine environment is in crisis.A Scottish Marine Bill is a unique opportunity to stop the deterioration of Scottish seas.WWF are working on a campaign with Scottish Environment Link to achieve this goal. Make your voice heard by contributing to the consultation process that is currently taking place.

Related links
For further information visit our Marine Act Campaign website or our Marine and coastal ecosytems section where you can view WWF Scotland's marine reports.