Summary/History
Algeria has a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea. Deep waters are found relatively close to the shore in this area, where there is vertical mixing and therefore higher productivity, particularly in the winter and early spring. Satellite tracking studies show the marine area is use extensively by Audouin's Gull (NT), Balearic Shearwater (CR) and Yelkouan Shearwater (VU), its also important for non-breeding Sandwich Tern (LC).

Key threats to Algerian seabirds include:
o Pollution, especially oil and chemicals from shipping
o Habitat loss from coastal and island development
o Overfishing of the prey base and bycatch,

National priorities
o Continue monitoring of key locations
o Undertake foraging studies for some key species
o Update national MPA legislation
o Develop a capacity building programme aimed at improving MPA designation and management

References
o Samraoui F., Alfarhan A.H., Al-Rasheid K.A.S. and Samraoui B. (2011). An appraisal of the status and distribution of waterbirds of Algeria: indicators of global changes?. Ardeola (1): 137-163
o Jacob, J