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Expropriation of private land in Peyia to protect seals
April 1, 2020
Good news for the Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus) as the Council of Ministers approved on Tuesday the expropriation of private property in the Sea Caves area in Peyia where the seal reproduces.
According to the announcement, today’s decision is of great importance for the preservation of the small population of Monachus Monachus in Cyprus.
The move was an initiative of Minister of Agriculture Costas Kadis and falls within Cyprus’ international obligations to effectively protect the species.