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be kept in mind, however with the

approach to putting a monetary value on

ecosystem services. Using proxy values

from other parts of the world via benefits

transfer may be misleading. As a result

of the extreme environmental conditions

and anthropogenic impacts in the Gulf

region, both biodiversity and productivity

are relatively low in these ecosystems

compared to other marine systems

elsewhere in the world. Market values

are not directly comparable to other parts

of the world where fisheries are more

productive, where eco-tourism is a greater

factor in economic development or where

coastal communities and properties

are at greatest risk from flood-related

inundation, storm surges caused by

cyclones or hurricanes, and/or tsunamis.

Although these figures are based on

numerous assumptions and studies for

enhancing their robustness recommended,

they do suggest that economic benefits

could be quite significant.

They also highlight the prime

importance of considering Blue Carbon

ecosystems in a holistic manner

and the central part that ecosystem

services need to plan in determining

environmental management priorities.

Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi

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