The document lists protected area designations according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature management categories, ranging from strict nature reserves that prohibit human entry to areas allowing sustainable use of natural resources. It also provides statistics showing the total number and area of protected lands designated under each category as of 2014. The largest categories by area are national parks and natural monuments, together making up over 20% of total protected lands.
The document lists protected area designations according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature management categories, ranging from strict nature reserves that prohibit human entry to areas allowing sustainable use of natural resources. It also provides statistics showing the total number and area of protected lands designated under each category as of 2014. The largest categories by area are national parks and natural monuments, together making up over 20% of total protected lands.