Marine Protected Area Size Calculator
Estimate minimum MPA size from species home range, viable population targets, species-area relationships, and protection level requirements.
Inputs
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Results
Recommended MPA area (km²)
16,900
Core area needed (km²)10,000
Area (hectares)1,690,000
Area (nmi²)4,928.04
Approx perimeter (km)460.8
Est. annual patrol cost ($)$46,084
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the target species home range or area requirements in km².
- Set the number of core no-take zones and desired buffer zone width in km.
- Input connectivity requirements between MPA units if designing a network.
- Review the minimum MPA size and total protected area in km².
- Compare to the 30×30 global conservation target and regional management plans.
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