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Background The Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus) is a priority species for conservation, according to Annex II of the Habitats Directive. It is also designated as a “critically endangered” species under the IUCN Red List; and is included in Annex III of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive – as a key indicator of the status of the marin ...

Background The Mediterranean monk seal is one of the most threatened marine animals in the world. Greece has special responsibility for this species, as its waters host the largest European population. The main threats to the species come from deliberate and accidental killing, reduction in food sources (mainly because of over-fishing), human disturbance, ...