Protected Planet
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Official account of the Protected Planet Initiative - The authoritative data source on protected and conserved areas. @unepwcmc.bsky.social
The latest coverage statistics can be found at: http://protectedplanet.net
The latest coverage statistics can be found at: http://protectedplanet.net
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet November 2025 Update:
#WDPCA: is 310,367, including 303,773 #ProtectedAreas, covering 244 countries & territories and 6,594 #OECMs covering 16 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵️
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
#WDPCA: is 310,367, including 303,773 #ProtectedAreas, covering 244 countries & territories and 6,594 #OECMs covering 16 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵️
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
November 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet November 2025 Update:
#WDPCA: is 310,367, including 303,773 #ProtectedAreas, covering 244 countries & territories and 6,594 #OECMs covering 16 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵️
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
#WDPCA: is 310,367, including 303,773 #ProtectedAreas, covering 244 countries & territories and 6,594 #OECMs covering 16 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵️
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
It's #SaveTheKiwiWeek - Survival for New Zealand's iconic #Kiwi heavily relies on #ProtectedAreas! Outside of predator-controlled sanctuaries, only 5% of chicks survive. PAs and fenced zones are essential life support, boosting survival rates to ~65%!
@savethekiwi.bsky.social
@savethekiwi.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 8:39 AM
It's #SaveTheKiwiWeek - Survival for New Zealand's iconic #Kiwi heavily relies on #ProtectedAreas! Outside of predator-controlled sanctuaries, only 5% of chicks survive. PAs and fenced zones are essential life support, boosting survival rates to ~65%!
@savethekiwi.bsky.social
@savethekiwi.bsky.social
🌍#ProtectedPlanet October 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,645 (303,770 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,631 (6,594 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,645 (303,770 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,631 (6,594 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
October 8, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🌍#ProtectedPlanet October 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,645 (303,770 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,631 (6,594 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,645 (303,770 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,631 (6,594 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
Read More: ⤵
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
Happy International #OctopusDay! 🐙 These highly intelligent ocean predators are critical to marine health. Protecting their habitats by supporting #MPAs and #OECMs is essential to securing their underwater home and their future. #OceanScience
📸 - @livescience.com
📸 - @livescience.com
October 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Happy International #OctopusDay! 🐙 These highly intelligent ocean predators are critical to marine health. Protecting their habitats by supporting #MPAs and #OECMs is essential to securing their underwater home and their future. #OceanScience
📸 - @livescience.com
📸 - @livescience.com
#Greece is making waves in marine conservation, demonstrating that protecting the #Ocean can be an effective strategy for boosting a national economy.
Anchored by two major commitments: the expansion of #MPAs & the ratification of the #GlobalOceanTreaty:
greekcitytimes.com/2025/10/06/g...
Anchored by two major commitments: the expansion of #MPAs & the ratification of the #GlobalOceanTreaty:
greekcitytimes.com/2025/10/06/g...
October 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
#Greece is making waves in marine conservation, demonstrating that protecting the #Ocean can be an effective strategy for boosting a national economy.
Anchored by two major commitments: the expansion of #MPAs & the ratification of the #GlobalOceanTreaty:
greekcitytimes.com/2025/10/06/g...
Anchored by two major commitments: the expansion of #MPAs & the ratification of the #GlobalOceanTreaty:
greekcitytimes.com/2025/10/06/g...
A truly sad day 💚 #ThankyouDrJane, for everything you have done for chimpanzee research and for inspiring others to protect wildlife through The Jane Goodall Institute UK.
October 2, 2025 at 9:04 AM
A truly sad day 💚 #ThankyouDrJane, for everything you have done for chimpanzee research and for inspiring others to protect wildlife through The Jane Goodall Institute UK.
Launch of New Guidance for Reporting Effectiveness Data to #ProtectedPlanet 📔
The GD-PAME has now been expanded to store information on assessment results, collating data gathered through a range of effectiveness assessment tools at the national & site level
www.protectedplanet.net/en/news-and-...
The GD-PAME has now been expanded to store information on assessment results, collating data gathered through a range of effectiveness assessment tools at the national & site level
www.protectedplanet.net/en/news-and-...
October 1, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Launch of New Guidance for Reporting Effectiveness Data to #ProtectedPlanet 📔
The GD-PAME has now been expanded to store information on assessment results, collating data gathered through a range of effectiveness assessment tools at the national & site level
www.protectedplanet.net/en/news-and-...
The GD-PAME has now been expanded to store information on assessment results, collating data gathered through a range of effectiveness assessment tools at the national & site level
www.protectedplanet.net/en/news-and-...
📆 Sept 30 & Oct 3
🕗 8–10 AM (Montreal)
🌍 Interpretation: EN | FR | ES | TH
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September 24, 2025 at 12:21 PM
📆 Sept 30 & Oct 3
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The #Philippines has designated Mt Masaraga as a #ProtectedArea under the National Integrated Protected Areas System. This 1,328m elevation biodiversity hotspot serves as a vital watershed for the Bicol River Basin & the protection of Raflessia species:
www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/12/r...
www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/12/r...
September 15, 2025 at 8:25 AM
The #Philippines has designated Mt Masaraga as a #ProtectedArea under the National Integrated Protected Areas System. This 1,328m elevation biodiversity hotspot serves as a vital watershed for the Bicol River Basin & the protection of Raflessia species:
www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/12/r...
www.manilatimes.net/2025/09/12/r...
Pakistan's first-ever desert-region Flora Conservation Station has launched in Tharparkar! A partnership between #IUCN & #SECMCThar hopes the new station will protect unique & endangered plants, while restoring degraded lands and supporting local communities:
iucn.org/story/202509...
iucn.org/story/202509...
September 11, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Pakistan's first-ever desert-region Flora Conservation Station has launched in Tharparkar! A partnership between #IUCN & #SECMCThar hopes the new station will protect unique & endangered plants, while restoring degraded lands and supporting local communities:
iucn.org/story/202509...
iucn.org/story/202509...
🌍#ProtectedPlanet September 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,621 (303,748 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,629 (6,592 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,621 (303,748 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,629 (6,592 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
September 2, 2025 at 8:37 AM
🌍#ProtectedPlanet September 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,621 (303,748 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,629 (6,592 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,621 (303,748 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,629 (6,592 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new #PAME records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
Happy #WorldTomistomaDay! 🐊 Today we recognise the vulnerable species, also know as the #FalseGharial. Habitat loss is a major threat, but #ProtectedAreas provide these freshwater giants with the secure habitats they need to survive. #Tomistoma #Conservation
📸 - @britannica.com
📸 - @britannica.com
August 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Happy #WorldTomistomaDay! 🐊 Today we recognise the vulnerable species, also know as the #FalseGharial. Habitat loss is a major threat, but #ProtectedAreas provide these freshwater giants with the secure habitats they need to survive. #Tomistoma #Conservation
📸 - @britannica.com
📸 - @britannica.com
🌍#ProtectedPlanet August 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,586 (303,713 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,630 (6,593 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,586 (303,713 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,630 (6,593 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
August 4, 2025 at 8:46 AM
🌍#ProtectedPlanet August 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,586 (303,713 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,630 (6,593 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,586 (303,713 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,630 (6,593 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
On #InternationalTigerDay, we celebrate the power of #ProtectedAreas! These vital spaces are fundamental to tiger survival, providing safe habitats & fostering growth for wild populations. Secure their future, protect their wild homes. 🐅 #WildlifeProtection
📸 - Sumatran Tiger, @worldwildlife.org
📸 - Sumatran Tiger, @worldwildlife.org
July 29, 2025 at 8:47 AM
On #InternationalTigerDay, we celebrate the power of #ProtectedAreas! These vital spaces are fundamental to tiger survival, providing safe habitats & fostering growth for wild populations. Secure their future, protect their wild homes. 🐅 #WildlifeProtection
📸 - Sumatran Tiger, @worldwildlife.org
📸 - Sumatran Tiger, @worldwildlife.org
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet July 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,303 (303,418 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,504 (6,467 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,303 (303,418 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,504 (6,467 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
July 8, 2025 at 8:55 AM
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet July 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,303 (303,418 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,504 (6,467 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,303 (303,418 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,504 (6,467 #OECMs), covering 15 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
It's #WorldSeaTurtleDay! These keystone species face critical threats. Marine Protected Areas ( #MPAs ) are vital safe zones, boosting resilience & biodiversity. Support MPAs for healthier oceans! 🐢🌊
#MarineConservation #MarineProtectedAreas #TurtleConservation #ProtectedAreas
📸 - SEE Turtles
#MarineConservation #MarineProtectedAreas #TurtleConservation #ProtectedAreas
📸 - SEE Turtles
June 16, 2025 at 2:35 AM
It's #WorldSeaTurtleDay! These keystone species face critical threats. Marine Protected Areas ( #MPAs ) are vital safe zones, boosting resilience & biodiversity. Support MPAs for healthier oceans! 🐢🌊
#MarineConservation #MarineProtectedAreas #TurtleConservation #ProtectedAreas
📸 - SEE Turtles
#MarineConservation #MarineProtectedAreas #TurtleConservation #ProtectedAreas
📸 - SEE Turtles
Today, Helen Klimmek from Protected Planet will join the @un.org Ocean Conference (#UNOC) 2025 panel. They will be discussing the MPA Guide & the mOECM Guide, both of which act as tools for achieving effective area-based conservation in our oceans.
#MPA #UnitedNationsOceanConference #UNOC2025
#MPA #UnitedNationsOceanConference #UNOC2025
June 10, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Today, Helen Klimmek from Protected Planet will join the @un.org Ocean Conference (#UNOC) 2025 panel. They will be discussing the MPA Guide & the mOECM Guide, both of which act as tools for achieving effective area-based conservation in our oceans.
#MPA #UnitedNationsOceanConference #UNOC2025
#MPA #UnitedNationsOceanConference #UNOC2025
🌍#ProtectedPlanet June 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,257 (303,374 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,498 (6,480 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: 12 records were added from Congo.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,257 (303,374 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,498 (6,480 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: 12 records were added from Congo.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
June 3, 2025 at 10:11 AM
🌍#ProtectedPlanet June 2025 Update:
WDPA: is 305,257 (303,374 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,498 (6,480 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: 12 records were added from Congo.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,257 (303,374 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,498 (6,480 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: 12 records were added from Congo.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
Happy #BiodiversityDay! 🌍 Today, we celebrate Earth's incredible variety of life. Biodiversity is vital for our planet's health & our well-being, providing essentials from clean air to food. Let's protect this precious tapestry of life! #ForNature #ProtectBiodiversity
May 22, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Happy #BiodiversityDay! 🌍 Today, we celebrate Earth's incredible variety of life. Biodiversity is vital for our planet's health & our well-being, providing essentials from clean air to food. Let's protect this precious tapestry of life! #ForNature #ProtectBiodiversity
This weekend is #EuropeanDayOfParks! #ProtectedAreas are vital for studying diverse ecosystems & promoting conservation science. This is a great opportunity to explore, learn and understand these natural laboratories & unlocking the key to tackling environmental challenges.🔬🌍
www.europarc.org/news/
www.europarc.org/news/
May 19, 2025 at 10:17 AM
This weekend is #EuropeanDayOfParks! #ProtectedAreas are vital for studying diverse ecosystems & promoting conservation science. This is a great opportunity to explore, learn and understand these natural laboratories & unlocking the key to tackling environmental challenges.🔬🌍
www.europarc.org/news/
www.europarc.org/news/
#Morocco boosts ocean protection! 🇲🇦🌊 Eight new #MPAs declared, reinforcing commitment to global biodiversity goals & aiming for 10% maritime protection by 2030. Sustainable ocean management = more fish & thriving communities! #OceanConservation
www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/05/1987...
www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/05/1987...
May 15, 2025 at 8:38 AM
#Morocco boosts ocean protection! 🇲🇦🌊 Eight new #MPAs declared, reinforcing commitment to global biodiversity goals & aiming for 10% maritime protection by 2030. Sustainable ocean management = more fish & thriving communities! #OceanConservation
www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/05/1987...
www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/05/1987...
Today's #InternationalChameleonDay! 🎉 Reflecting on their incredible camouflage & adaptations, often found in the biodiversity-rich environments of #ProtectedAreas. Their conservation matters!
📸 - National Geographic Kids
📸 - National Geographic Kids
May 9, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Today's #InternationalChameleonDay! 🎉 Reflecting on their incredible camouflage & adaptations, often found in the biodiversity-rich environments of #ProtectedAreas. Their conservation matters!
📸 - National Geographic Kids
📸 - National Geographic Kids
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet May 2025 Update: 🌍
WDPA: is 305,242 (303,359 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,497 (6,479 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added in May 2025.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,242 (303,359 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,497 (6,479 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added in May 2025.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
May 2, 2025 at 3:23 PM
🌍 #ProtectedPlanet May 2025 Update: 🌍
WDPA: is 305,242 (303,359 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,497 (6,479 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added in May 2025.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
WDPA: is 305,242 (303,359 #ProtectedAreas), covering 244 countries & territories.
WD-OECM: is 6,497 (6,479 #OECMs), covering 14 countries & territories.
GD-PAME: No new records were added in May 2025.
www.protectedplanet.net/en/monthly-r...
Happy #WorldTunaDay! 🐟🌊 Let's celebrate tuna & the vital role of #MPAs in protecting their habitats & our oceans. These safe havens are key for sustainable tuna populations & a healthy marine world. #OceanConservation
📸 - @rewildingbritain.org.uk
📸 - @rewildingbritain.org.uk
May 2, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Happy #WorldTunaDay! 🐟🌊 Let's celebrate tuna & the vital role of #MPAs in protecting their habitats & our oceans. These safe havens are key for sustainable tuna populations & a healthy marine world. #OceanConservation
📸 - @rewildingbritain.org.uk
📸 - @rewildingbritain.org.uk