Quill / Boven National Park

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Key Information

TYPE
MPA
DESIGNATION
National Park
LOCATED IN
St Eustatius
Netherlands Antilles
AREA
8 km2 MARINE AREA
17 km2 TOTAL AREA i
MANAGED BY
St Eustatius National Parks
LEVEL OF FISHING PROTECTION (LFP)
At least one species- or gear-specific restriction applies (beyond permit requirements or generally applicable restrictions)
DATA SOURCE(S)

Boundary: Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (Unmodified)

DATA VERSION

1.0

LAST REVIEWED

January 2023

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Purpose

To protect unique biodiversity and ensure sustainable use by all stakeholders. This 3.4km2 park consists of the dormant volcano ‘The Quill’ and ‘White Wall’, the limestone formation located on the south side of the volcano.

Species of Concern: Sea turtles, conch, lobsters

Regulations Summary

Restrictions

1. It is forbidden to damage, destroy or alter areas that are vital or unique natural landscapes.
2. It is prohibited to pluck, cut, transplant, collect, destroy, disturb, or damage plants (or destroy or disturb plants as a result of negligence).
3. It is prohibited to capture, keep, pick up, kill, harm or directly or indirectly disturb the environment resulting in physical threat or damage to animals.

Allowed

Certain activities may be permitted, in accordance with local laws.

Governing Regulations

Gear and Activity Restrictions i

Fishing Gear

Activities

PROHIBITED
RESTRICTED
NOT APPLICABLE OR UNKNOWN