Marine reserves of New Zealand
The list of marine protected areas in New Zealand provides an overview according to the year of birth and the assignment to the North Island, South Island and the neighboring islands. Provide the basis for establishing the protected areas that cause shoot finished in the years 1971 and 1978 laws Marine Reserves Act 1971 and Marine Mammals Protection Act 1978 dar.
Status 2012 there are 33 so-called Marine Reserves in New Zealand ( marine protected areas ) and 6 Marine Mammal Sanctuaries ( sanctuary of marine mammals). All areas are subject to the Department of Conservation, which is responsible for nature conservation in New Zealand.