Collation of Secondary Data and Data Gap Analyses of the Inner Banda Arc Region Within the Sunda Banda Seascape

The Sunda Banda Seascape (SBS) is a global conversation priority due its rich biodiversity, vulnerability, and the dependence of many coastal people on the natural resources provided by this region. However, there is surprisingly little information about the ecological and social status of much of the region, particularly the Inner Banda Arc. This desk study was conducted to compile existing data and identify data gaps to both inform target areas for future planned Rapid Assessments and gather information to begin the process of identifying marine conservations priorities in the Inner Banda Arc.