Matching Pairs Natural areasOnline version Protection and diversity by Gehistart Artgeo 1 Natural reserves (Cabo de Níjar) 2 Protected Maritime Zone (El Cachucho) 3 Natura 2000 4 Protected Maritime Zones 5 Natural monument (Barrancas de Burujón) 6 Natural reserve (Alborán Island) 7 Protected landscapes 8 Natural reserves 9 Parks 10 Natural monuments Natural areas where the use of natural resources is limited in order to ensure portection Maritime zones where it is allowed limited exploitation of resources Areas preserved because of their natural, aesthetic and cultural values The exploitation of resources is allowed only if it is consistent with the conservation measures European network of protected areas (Special Protection Areas for birds and Site of Community Importances) They are protected because of their uniqueness and beauty (caves, waterfalls, trees, etc)