Climate change can impact ecosystems, biodiversity and traditional practices.
Below are the results of each of the Tohu Whāiti associated with this Tohu Matua. These Tohu Whāiti collectively inform the overall health of this Tohu Matua.
For each Tohu Whāiti we score qualitative and quantitative indicators called Pātai Inenga, we use these score to determine the health of each Tohu Whāiti. The ratings below are on a scale of 0 to 10, with 0 being very weak and 10 being very strong.
Impact of Climate Change on the Marine Environment
Climate change is an important indicator as it affects the ecosystems, biodiversity and traditional practices.
QUALITATIVE
In the past 12 months, have you noticed a change in climate effecting the marine environment?