(SEE 9 GES reporting for the different arbitrators) objective 0 is considered unnecessary since it coincides with the main aim of the Directive: Achieve BEA in all descriptors

(SEE 9 GES reporting for the different arbitrators) objective 0 is considered unnecessary since it coincides with the main aim of the Directive: Achieve BEA in all descriptors

According to the pressure analysis, the minimum surface area of the sea bottom of the Strait and Alborán sea bed has suffered some sort of disturbance during the present assessment period is 108 million m², or 0.43 %. However, the fact that trawl fishing could not be taken into account, an activity highly relevant to this analysis, is considered to be impossible to determine whether or not the target is met. It is proposed to maintain the objective, simplifying its wording and focusing more on indicators towards the main pressures from the Demarcación Marina Strait and Alborán, on the other hand. The indicator is too general to assess the target and it is therefore proposed to amend it and to combine it with other indicators to assess the initiatives launched to achieve pressure reduction. It is also proposed to include this objective in group C as it is clearly intended to make human activities compatible with the conservation of the marine environment.

The minimum surface area of the seabed from the levantic DM which has been if you have suffered some sort of disturbance during the current period of evaluation is 311 million m². representing 0.13 % of the area demarcation Because it could not be taken into account trawling, one very relevant activity for this analysis not possible determine whether or not the target is met

Progress was noted. It is desirable to continue this line. Actions: • IMO Waters Convention (in force since 2017) • Implementation of the EU Regulation on Invasive Species • Dredging guidelines However, there is a problem of non-native species growing in the strait and Alborán area (see initial evaluation of D2) and the measures to prevent their expansion should be stepped up. It is proposed to maintain the objective, without listing the possible pathways in the target, to shorten it and not to limit the possibilities. Indicating the pathways and translocation of non-native species identified in the initial assessment of D2. It is appropriate to modify the indicator so that it provides information on the number or percentage of anthropogenic pathways and vectors of translocation dealt with by policy or regulated measures. This indicator should indicate the pathways for the introduction and translocation of non-indigenous species, in particular those identified in the initial assessment of D2. It is also proposed to include this objective in group C since it is intended to make human activities compatible with the conservation of the marine environment.

Progress was noted. It is desirable continue along this line. Actions: Convention on Aguas de Lastre IMO (in force since 2017) Implementation of the Regulation Community species on species IS Dredging guidelines However, there is one in the DMALBA. the problem of non-native species in expansion (see initial evaluation of D2) and should therefore be stepped up measures to prevent their expansion It is proposed to maintain the objective, without list the possible pathways into the objective, to shorten it and not narrow down the possibilities. An indicator should be added providing information the number or percentage of tracks and anthropogenic vectors of translocation addressed by measures acting or regulated. In this indicator, the routes of introduction and translocation of non-indigenous species in particular identified in the initial assessment from D2 It is also proposed to include this target group C as it is making it compatible with: human activities with marine conservation

According to the Initial Assessment of D2 Estrecho y Alborán, there has been an increase of invasive non-indigenous species, particularly important algae. It is proposed to change the target, as the eradication of IS is very complex and indeed in many cases cannot be addressed. It is proposed to be transformed into an integrated management objective, covering prevention (early detection networks) and management measures, thus covering this objective and C.3.6. It is proposed to amend the indicator to reflect the percentage of invasive species that have been committed.

C.3.6. It is proposed to modify the indicator for form reflecting the percentage of invasive species that have been action to be taken. Shall be made. specific mention of species identified in the initial assessment of D2 as the most problematic in demarcation

Birds: There is not enough data to assess mortality, see initial evaluation of D1-marine birds of the MD and Alborán. It is proposed that the aim be maintained by simplifying its wording. It is also proposed to divide the indicator into several, more oriented to addressing the causes and pressures identified as the most important in the MDF and Alborán area: It is also proposed to include this objective in group C as it is clearly intended to make human activities compatible with the conservation of the marine environment.

Birds: Not compliant for snapshots Balearic and Balearic Islands and Gull Audouin (see initial evaluation of D1 — seabird species in DMALBA). It is proposed to maintain the objective, simplifying wording. It is also proposed to divide the multiple, more oriented to addressing the causes and pressures identified as most important on the DMLEBA It is also proposed to include this target group C as it is clearly targeted at making activities compatible human beings with conservation marine environment

Mammals: A high level of mortality has been observed in the production process, but it is attributable to illness (not anthropogenic causes). For the rest, there is no data to assess the indicator. See initial evaluation of D1-species marine mammals — Estrecho y Alborán — D-Marine Mammals. It is proposed to maintain the objective by simplifying its wording. it is also proposed to divide the indicator into several, more focused on the causes and pressures identified as the most important in the case of the case of the Strait and Alborán region: It is also proposed to include this objective in group C as it is clearly intended to make human activities compatible with the conservation of the marine environment.

Or insufficient data (see initial evaluation of D1-marine mammal within the DMALBA) It is proposed to maintain the objective, simplifying wording. It is also proposed to divide the multiple, more oriented to addressing the causes and pressures identified as most important on the DMLEBA It is also proposed to include this target group C as it is clearly targeted at making activities compatible human beings with conservation marine environment

Turtles: It cannot be evaluated due to a lack of data, see the initial evaluation of the D1-marine reptiles of the SAL). It is proposed to maintain the objective by simplifying its wording. it is also proposed to divide the indicator into several, more focused on the causes and pressures identified as the most important in the case of the case of the Strait and Alborán region: It is also proposed to include this objective in group C as it is clearly intended to make human activities compatible with the conservation of the marine environment.

Turtles: Cannot be evaluated due to a lack of evaluation data (see initial evaluation of D1 — marine species of the DMALBA) It is proposed to maintain the objective, simplifying wording. It is also proposed to divide the multiple, more oriented to addressing the causes and pressures identified as most important on the DMLEBA It is also proposed to include this target group C as it is clearly targeted at making activities compatible human beings with conservation marine environment

Cannot be evaluated. No information on the indicator. There are measures such as: In RN2000, non-native species cannot be grown. It is proposed that the aim be maintained, on the proposal of the experts and by the foreseeable rise of aquaculture. The indicator will be changed to “prevention measures in control programmes” as the existence of the programmes themselves is mandatory. It changes to group C.

Cannot be evaluated. No information on the indicator. There are measures such as: in RN2000, non-native species cannot be grown It is proposed to maintain the objective: experts proposal and expected growth in aquaculture. The flag will be changed to “existence of prevention measures in control programmes”, as the

Cannot be evaluated. The DM ESAL corresponds to part of the FAO 37.1.1 catch area. Catch data could not be disaggregated by sea demarcation

Still in the area 37.1.1 were fished in total. 18 416.93 kg of species: ETX, SYR, BCD, CWO, SLBL, GAM, CFB (de largest to a lesser extent caught) between 2012 and 2018 out of a total of 24 069.85 kg caught by the fleet Spanish in national fishing ground waters.

Progress was noted. It is necessary to continue this line. The wording of this objective corresponds better to one measure. Amend the wording to suit an objective, and the indicator to enable it to measure the level of achievement of the target. Further divide the target into two: One aimed at improving the coordination of monitoring programmes for species and habitats, and one focusing on beaching and accidental catches. In addition, it is proposed to include an explicit reference to the improvement of the monitoring of incidental catch by the fishing industry (objective proposed under MISTIC SEAS II for Macaronesia, which is considered to be scalable to the other demarcations).

Progress was noted. Is necessary continue along this line The wording of this objective is it corresponds better to one measure. Edit wording to bring it into line with an objective, and the indicator to measure achievement can be measured of the Further divide the target into two: one aiming at the improvement of the coordination of programmes of monitoring of species and habitats, and another focus on berections and incidental catches. In the latter, in addition, it is proposed to include a explicit reference to improving follow-up of incidental catch for the fisheries sector (target proposed in the framework of the African seas II for Macaronesia, is considered to be scalable to the rest of demarcations)

Progress was noted. Active surveillance systems exist on the ground, although the monitoring of protected areas of protected areas (EMP) is to be completed. There are also remote surveillance systems such as buoys, satellites, radio-positioning of vessels by radio (AIS) and satellite (VMS), etc. It is proposed to change the target in order to focus more on monitoring compliance with the established rules, with a view to protecting marine ecosystems. Modify indicators to provide information on the degree of surveillance carried out, such as the number of infringement files, surveillance hours or the human resources allocated for this purpose.

Progress was noted. There are systems in situ active surveillance, however it is planned to complete the monitoring of Protected marine areas (EMP) Surveillance systems also exist remote, such as buoys, satellites, geolocalisation of vessels, by radio (AIS) and satellite (VMS) etc It is proposed to change the objective of focus more on the monitoring compliance rules laid down in the interest of the ecosystem protection seafarers Edit indicator to provide input information on the grade of surveillance performed, such as number of infringement dossiers, surveillance or human resources intended for the purpose

D3- Commercial species: Progress (see initial evaluation of D3). It is proposed to change the target to better reflect the balance of the entire ecosystem as a whole, not just populations of certain species.

D3- Commercial species: The target not reached (see initial evaluation) from D3) It is proposed to change the target. in order to better reflect the ecosystem balance together, not only populations of certain species

D1 BIRDS: It is not possible to calculate the trends accurately. It is considered that this is not met as the Audouin’s gull not reached by BEB for the abundance parameter (D1C2). D1 Mammals: — it is only in the case of the small squin of the Strait of Gibraltar that it has been established that it does not reach the BEA for the parameter of abundance. Although several estimators have been found for some of the elements, most do not have the necessary precision and frequencies to be able to understand the trends. D1 Tortugas: There is not enough data to assess the target. It is proposed to change the target to better reflect the balance of the entire ecosystem as a whole, not just populations of certain species.

D1 BIRDS: Cannot be evaluated with data available, or does not apply (depending on species) D1 Mammals: Cannot be evaluated (measurable for common dolphin only). Despite the fact that there are several estimator of abundance for some of the the elements, most of them do not have the precision and frequencies necessary for be able to learn about the trends. D1 Tortugas: Not assessed. No data It is proposed to change the target. in order to better reflect the ecosystem balance together, not only populations of certain species

2 reviews have been carried out since 2012 (in 2015 and 2016) of the List of wild species under special protection regime and the Spanish catalogue of endangered species. For the Mediterranean, in 2015, the list of wild species was included under the special protection regime: The Mediterranean box (Galeorhinus galeus). — Mediterranean shortfin mako (Isurus oxyrinchus). In the Mediterranean (Lamna nasus). Red ray (Leucoraja circularis) — Southern Mediterranean ray (Leucoraja melitensis). — Guitopa barbanegra de del Mediterraneo (Rhinobatos cemiculus). Mediterranean common guitar (Rhinobatos rhinobatos). the objective is therefore considered to be progressing and should be continued on this line. The wording is considered to be closer to the concrete measure than is the case. It is proposed to change the target so as to approach marine species on the list of threatened species. The indicator could be changed to reflect the number of marine species catalogued/discatalogued or change category on the list of threatened species. An indicator showing whether stock assessments are ongoing should also be added. It is proposed to move to type A, as it is a tool to ensure the conservation and restoration of marine biodiversity.

2 has been completed since 2012 revisions (in 2015 and 2016) of List of wild species in Special Protection Regime and Spanish Catalogue of Species Endangered. For the Mediterranean Sea, in 2015 they were included in the list of species. Protection scheme wild special: The Mediterranean box (Galeorhinus galeus) — Southern Mediterranean shortfin mako sharks (Isurus oxyrinchus) — Mediterranean caking (Lamna) nasus) — false ray of the Mediterranean (Leucoraja circularis) — Southern Mediterranean skate (Leucoraja melitensis) — Drum guitar from Mediterranean (Rhinobatos) cmiculus.) Mediterranean guitar (rhinobatos rhinobatos) the objective is therefore considered to be: progress is in progress and should be addressed. continue along this line. The wording is considered to be closer to the concept of a specific measure to be targeted. It is proposed to change the target. so it is approached in consider marine species on species lists endangered. The indicator could: to be amended to reflect the number of marine species which they are catalogued/discatalogued, or change category in list of threatened species. Should also be added indicator showing whether or not there is any carrying out evaluation of stocks. It is proposed to pass type A, given it is an instrument for the purpose of conservation and recovery of biodiversity marine

Objective achieved: Expert PdS workshops: 14 (Workshops and meetings with administrations and survey) Expert workshop for the design of the MIP: 21 • Dissemination: 1 workshop (by DM), 1 Dissemination campaign (dissemination materials) • 2 CONAMAS • Education and participation projects: 22 (BIO) including INTEMARES • Volunteering: • Meetings with sectors: 1 workshop on socio-economic analysis • Public consultation of documents from the Member States: 3 It is proposed to keep this objective for the second cycle, so as to ensure social participation in the Member States.

Objective achieved: Expert Workshops on PoS: 14 (Workshops and meetings with administrations and survey) Design experts workshop MIP: 21 — Dissemination: 1 workshop (by DM), 1 Material campaign (materials) informative) 2 CONAMAS Education projects and participation: 22 (FBIO) including INTEMARES Voluntary campaigns: Meetings with sectors: 1 workshop on socio-economic analysis Public consultation of documents Member States: 3 It is proposed to maintain this target for the second cycle, to ensure participation social in Member States

Target achieved • ICES meetings: 6 • Follow-up Committee meetings ESAL 6 • Autonomous Community meetings on marine biodiversity: 5 • DMESAL data flow establishment • working groups: WG Biodiversity: 1 Marine cartography: 10 Descriptor 9 GT: 1 WG Seat-Data: 2 WG Technical WG Costa: 6 • meetings with sectors: 1 workshop on socio-economic analysis It is proposed to maintain the objective, by improving the wording for the second cycle, to make further progress in the coordination of public administrations. It is proposed to add as indicator: “Number of thematic areas in which coordination initiatives are taken, compared to the previous cycle”.

Target achieved ICES meetings: 6 Committee meetings of LEBA monitoring: 6 Communities meetings regions on biodiversity marine: 16 Establishment of the flow rate of DMALBA data Working groups: WG Biodiversity: 1 Marine cartography: 10 Descriptor 9 GT: 1 WG Seat-Data: 2 WG Technical WG Costa: 6 Meetings with sectors: 1 workshop on socio-economic analysis It is proposed to maintain the objective. By improving the wording for the second cycle, to make further progress on coordination of general government It is proposed to add as follows: indicator: “number of thematic areas in which take initiatives of coordination with regard to previous cycle”

Progress is being made, although not all recreational marine activities are regulated. • EMP Management Plans • State legislation on the protection of cetaceans and recreational fisheries It is proposed to change the target and indicator to cover all activities and uses, in line with the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive.

Progress was made, but no progress was made. all marine activities regulated EMP Management Plans State legislation on protection of cetaceans and fisheries recreational Progress was made, but no progress was made. all marine activities regulated EMP Management Plans State legislation on protection of cetaceans and fisheries recreational

The target is not achieved: Of the 15 stocks analysed (79 % of the total), none of them comply with the BEA, 2 are in poor condition and the rest have not been assessed. It is proposed that the aim should be maintained, by improving the wording and focusing on all stocks that fall outside the scope of the BEA.

The target is not achieved: Of the 23 stocks analysed (70 % of total), only 1 fulfils the BEA and 12 have not been evaluated

Target achieved All Member State documents are publicly available on MITECO’s website. However, it can be improved. For the second cycle, it is proposed to specify and extend the target audience, so as to improve access to information on the marine environment available to all maritime administrations and institutions, as well as to the general public.

Target achieved All Member State documents are publicly available on MITECO's website However, it can be improved. For the second cycle, it is proposed to specify and extend the target audience, so as to improve access to information on the marine environment available to all maritime administrations and institutions, as well as to the general public.