Agulhas Muds Marine Protected Area

The Agulhas Muds Marine Protected Area encompasses 207 square kilometers of shallow mud habitats at depths between 80 and 100 meters beneath the surface.

The establishment of this marine protected area in 2019 followed the 2011 National Biodiversity Assessment, which identified critical needs for offshore ecosystem protection.

The marine protected area supports the local fishing industry through research data collection that enables eco-certification and access to international seafood markets.

The protected zone maintains specific geographical coordinates and operates under a single controlled area system managed by the South African national government.

Recent explorations have discovered unidentified pink-striped mud prawns and various invertebrates that contribute to the marine food chain within these waters.

GPS coordinates: -34.89167,20.58333

Latest update: March 20, 2025 08:06