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National Marine Sanctuaries
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce
Twelve marine sancturaries protect kelp forests, coral reefs, and open ocean habitats. Marine sanctuaries promote a balance between healthy ecosystems and the economies of coastal communities. The first national marine sanctuary was established in 1969 following the Santa Barbara, California, oil spill.
For additional information on National Marine Sanctuaries, please visit the web site for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration at www.nos.noaa.gov.
NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries website
National Estuarine Reserve System
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