Policy for the National System of Protected Areas. País/Territorio Jamaica Tipo de documento Fecha 1997 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Materia Agua, Especies silvestres y ecosistemas Palabra clave Desarrollo sostenible Zona protegida Institución Ordenación/conservación Derechos tradicionales/derechos consuetudinarios Uso sostenible Patrimonio cultural Conservación del ecosistema Biodiversidad Área geográphica Americas, Caribe, América Latina y el Caribe, AMERICA LATINA Y EL CARIBE FAO, Pequeños estados insulares en desarrollo Resumen The National System of Protected Areas aims to preserve natural habitat and ecosystems. Examples of Jamaica’s Resources and Areas Requiring Protection: Natural Forests; Coral Reefs; Coastal habitats, including mangroves, estuaries, beaches, cliffs, cays, seagrass beds; Wetlands and wildlife habitats; Other critical habitats of indigenous animals, including such rare, endangered and unusual animal species, preservation of national heritage, tourism and traditional uses; Scenic or recreation areas based on natural and scenic attractions; Cultural heritage sites, including historical sites; Economic Resources containing important productive resources and needing careful environmental management to ensure sustainable productivity. Texto completo Inglés Página web nepa.gov.jm