Gap analysis in Samoa: preliminary findings

Abstract

• A gap analysis is an analysis of how effective our current PA network is in conserving our biodiversity • Essentially the gap analysis is an overlay of the ideal set of conservation areas on the current PA network to see where the gaps are • Why do a gap analysis? I. To promote the strategic expansion of the existing PA network in order to meet agreed NBSAP and CBD commitments II. To strengthen and consolidate the management of existing PA networks III. To fill in the information gaps required to inform i) and ii).