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There are 23 country parks and 15 special areas (four of which are located
outside country parks) with a total area of 41 582 hectares (about 38
per cent of the total land area of Hong Kong). They cover scenic hills,
woodlands, reservoirs, islands, indented coastlines, marshes and uplands.
All are carefully protected for the purposes of nature conservation, countryside
education and compatible scientific studies. Management measures include
protection of woodland and vegetation against fire, control of development,
tree planting, litter collection, provision of educational and recreational
facilities, education and promoting better understanding of the countryside.
There are four marine parks and one marine reserve
covering a total area of 2 430 hectares. They cover scenic coastal areas,
seascapes and important biological habitats. Similar to country parks,
marine parks are managed for the purposes of conservation, education,
recreation and scientific studies. Marine reserves are dedicated to conservation,
education and scientific studies. Fishing in marine parks is controlled
through a permit system which is confined to local villagers and bona
fide fishermen while such activity is totally banned in marine reserves.
Publicity and educational activities are organised for students and other
members of the public. |
