How many sites are under Ramsar?

46 Ramsar sites
There are 46 Ramsar sites in India. These are wetlands deemed to be of “international importance” under the Ramsar Convention.

Where are Wetlands found in Jamaica?

Three of Jamaica’s wetlands have been designated Wetlands of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. They are the Black River Lower Morass, the Palisadoes-Port Royal and the Portland Bight Wetlands and Cays. There are also other important wetlands like the Negril Morass in Westmoreland.

Is Chilika Lake still a Ramsar site?

The lake is also regulated under Coastal Regulation Zone Notification – 2011. The lake has also been designated as a Ramsar site since 1981. The lake was included in the Montreux Record (Threatened list) in 1993 by Ramsar Secretariat due to the change in the ecological character of the lake ecosystem.

Where is mangrove swamp in Jamaica?

The West Harbour Swamp – Clarendon The West Harbour Swamp is situated on the Northeastern area of Portland Ridge, on the south coast. The total area of mangrove swamps, lagoons and channels in West Harbour and its environs is approximately 5,000 acres.

What is the largest wetland in Jamaica?

The Black River Lower Morass
The Black River Lower Morass is Jamaica’s largest wetland, and is a refuge for two en- dangered species—the American crocodile and the West Indian manatee—as well as for a host of other plants and animals. It is inter- nationally important for many birds and a vital economic resource for 20,000 people.

How are Ramsar sites protected?

While there is no dedicated legislation for the protection of Ramsar sites in the UK, all Scottish Ramsar sites are either Special Protection Areas (SPAs), Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) or Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and are protected under the relevant statutory regimes.

Which country has most Ramsar sites?

The countries with the most Sites are the United Kingdom with 175 and Mexico with 142.

Are Ramsar sites protected?