In this unit you will learn: What makes

In this unit you will learn: What makes a healthy marine ecosystem? How do natural events impact marine ecosystems? How do humans impact marine ecosystems? What is a marine protected area? How do you visit and explore a marine protected area?

What makes a healthy marine ecosystem? A healthy marine ecosystem includes both living and nonliving parts of the environment. It needs clean water, a habitat that offers protection, as well as a variety of species and

How do natural events impact marine ecosystems? Hurricanes and severe storms are some of the natural events that

can have a tremendous impact on marine ecosystems How do humans impact marine ecosystems?

One impact of humans on marine ecosystems is debris washed up on the shores of all the Hawaiian Islands. What is a marine protected area?

Marine protected areas are established by governments to protect ecosystems in both deep ocean and coastal area. There are special marine protected areas called sanctuaries shown here. How do you visit and explore a marine protected area?

Learn before you go ! Keep your distance ! Hands off! Wildlife and pets dont mix! Never chase or harass wildlife! Lend a hand with trash

removal! Do not feed or attract marine wildlife! Help others be responsible! Stay away from wildlife that appears abandoned or sick!