The Importance Of Zoning In Moreton Bay

Zoning is an essential facet used to maintain Moreton Bay. It is a primary tool which segregates any prohibited activity as well as managing the marine parks ecosystem. There are a variety of benefits that result from zoning, it protects biodiversity which will ensure a range of fish in the eco-system (Marsh, 2015), it helps to make sure the continued existence of unique species and habitats that have been around over the years (Marsh, 2015).. For endangered species that live in the area, it proves greater protection (Marsh, 2015). The two zones which will be focused on in Moreton Bay area, marine national park which is a green zone (16%) and habitat protection which is a dark blue zone (30%). ‘A green zone doesn’t permit any fishing activity to take place; tourists can undertake activities such as boating, snorkelling or sailing however the eco-system must be left undisturbed. A green zone does not permit line fishing, trolling, crabbing, bait gathering, bait netting, netting, or trawling. Spearfishing and collecting is limited, …show more content…
Biotic factors are the living organisms of an ecosystem, the Bay has approximately 757 native species including, 398 birds, 97 reptiles and over 2344 plants (…). Moreton bay has a rich diversity of biotic and abiotic factors which interact with each other. Extensive mangroves and tidal flats support and shelter fish, birds and other wildlife (State of Queensland, 2015). Sandflats provide roosting sites for migratory birds and seagrass beds nurture fish, shellfish, dugong and turtles (State of Queensland, 2015). Abiotic factors are the natural elements of the earth which impact a species inhabitancy such as sunlight, wind, temperature, soil, tides, water and the current. Every species is able to survive its best within a range of factors, known as the tolerance