Tag:protected_area=wildlife
 protected_area = wildlife
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| Description |
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| An area specifically designated to protect wildlife and their habitats |
| Group: boundaries |
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| Useful combination |
| Status: in use |
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The tag protected_area=wildlife is used to tag areas that are specifically designated for the management and/or protection of wildlife. These areas are focused on preserving the habitats and conditions necessary for the survival and health of wildlife species. Public access may be restricted or carefully managed to minimize impact on wildlife. These areas implement wildlife management policies which may include regulated activities such as fishing, hunting, or other human uses to ensure they are consistent with conservation goals. These areas are crucial for maintaining biodiversity and protecting endangered and vulnerable species. National Wildlife Refuges, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Wildlife Management Areas, and Game Lands often fall under this category. This tag should be coupled with leisure=nature_reserve when the area also serves broader nature conservation purposes.
Consider the following tagging for these areas:
| boundary=protected_area | Indicates that the area is a protected area |
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| protected_area=wildlife | Indicates that the area is primarily used for wildlife protection |
| protect_class=1a,1b,2-6 | Indicates that the area can be categorized with an IUCN protection category |
| name=* | The area's name |
| protection_title=* | The title of the area, for example, Wildlife Sanctuary. |
| operator=* | The government agency or private entity that manages the area |
Hunting & Fishing
Although protected areas in this category are focused on wildlife habitat the goals may vary. In some areas wildlife are strictly protected with no hunting or fishing allowed. In other areas hunting and fishing are integral parts of the management plan. Use the hunting=* and fishing=* keys to indicate what is or is not allowed.
See also
For similar conservation lands, see the following:
- For broad conservation areas, see protected_area=conservation
- For nature reserves, see leisure=nature_reserve
- For recreational uses in protected areas, see boundary=protected_area + protected_area=recreation
- For historic areas, see historic=* or heritage=*