Target: President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico
Goal: Create a marine protected area in the Gulf of California, Mexico, to preserve the region’s unique biodiversity and support sustainable fishing practices.
The Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez, is a biologically diverse region located between the Baja California peninsula and mainland Mexico. This area is home to a wide variety of marine life, including numerous endemic species found nowhere else on earth. However, overfishing, pollution, and climate change threaten the delicate balance of this ecosystem.
The Gulf of California has long been a source of livelihood for local communities, who rely on fishing and tourism for their economic well-being. The creation of a marine protected area in the Gulf of California would help to preserve the region’s unique biodiversity while also supporting sustainable fishing practices, generating economic benefits for the region in the long term. By designating specific areas as protected, the Mexican government can ensure that the most vulnerable and important habitats are safeguarded for future generations.
Through the creation of a marine protected area in the Gulf of California, we can preserve the region’s unique biodiversity, support sustainable fishing practices, and promote economic development in the long term. We must act now to protect this precious ecosystem for future generations.
Sign below and demand President López Obrador create a marine protected area in this region.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear President López Obrador,
I am writing to urge you to create a marine protected area in the Gulf of California, Mexico, to preserve the region’s unique biodiversity and support sustainable fishing practices.
The Gulf of California is home to a wide variety of marine life, including numerous endemic species found nowhere else on earth. However, this delicate ecosystem is threatened by overfishing, pollution, and climate change. By designating specific areas as protected, we can ensure that the most vulnerable and important habitats are safeguarded for future generations while also preserving the livelihoods of local communities.
I urge you to take immediate action and create a marine protected area in the Gulf of California. Through this action, we can preserve the natural beauty of the region, support sustainable economic development, and ensure a brighter future for generations to come.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo credit: Francesco Bandarin
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