II (National Park)
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II (National Park) is an IUCN protected area category designating large natural areas set aside to conserve ecosystems and biodiversity while providing opportunities for environmentally compatible recreation.
Statements (42)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
IUCN protected area management category
→
protected area classification → |
| abbreviationOf |
IUCN Category II
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| aimsTo |
conserve biodiversity
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conserve ecosystems → protect large-scale ecological processes → |
| allows |
environmentally compatible recreation
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scientific research compatible with conservation → spiritual activities compatible with conservation → |
| appliesTo |
marine protected areas
→
terrestrial protected areas → |
| contrastsWith |
IUCN Category Ia (Strict Nature Reserve)
→
IUCN Category Ib (Wilderness Area) → IUCN Category V (Protected Landscape/Seascape) → |
| contributesTo |
climate change mitigation through ecosystem protection
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global biodiversity targets → |
| emphasizes |
ecosystem integrity
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long-term conservation of nature → |
| encourages |
nature-based tourism compatible with conservation goals
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| focusesOn |
biodiversity conservation
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ecosystem protection → |
| hasFullName |
National Park
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| hasIUCNCode |
II
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| hasManagementObjective |
exclude exploitation or occupation inimical to conservation
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maintain natural conditions → provide foundation for spiritual, scientific, educational, recreational and visitor opportunities → |
| hasPrimaryPurpose |
protect natural biodiversity along with its underlying ecological structure and supporting environmental processes
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| hasSecondaryPurpose |
promote education and recreation
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| isDefinedIn |
IUCN Guidelines for Applying Protected Area Management Categories
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| managedBy |
International Union for Conservation of Nature
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| oftenIncludes |
flagship species and iconic landscapes
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| partOf |
IUCN protected area categories system
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| requires |
active management to maintain natural values
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legal protection framework → |
| seeksToLimit |
industrial activities
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land conversion → large-scale resource extraction → |
| supports |
ecological connectivity within protected area networks
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in situ conservation of species and habitats → |
| typicallyCovers |
large natural areas
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| usedBy |
national governments for park designation
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| usedFor |
international comparison of protected areas
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Referenced by (3)
| Subject (surface form when different) | Predicate |
|---|---|
|
Bazaruto Archipelago
→
Pinnacles National Park → Ranthambore National Park → |
IUCNCategory |