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Misali as a Marine  Conservation Area is characterised by unique marine and terrestrial   ecosystems of remarkable species diversity. about 350 fish species and  40 genera of hard corals have been recorded. The 1 Km sq. of terrestrial  area supports the endangered nesting turtles and the dense coastal thickets   harbor populations of green monkeys, the endangered and endemic Pemba   flying Fox, globally endangered coconut crabs and various species of   birds. Economically Misali provides direct livelihood supports to 11,400  people through fishing at Misali. Misali is considered one of the diving  paradises of East Africa, if not the world. It was once thought of as  a safe haven by the pirates of the olden days and it is still believed   that the local treasure of the notorious Captain Kidd might be awaiting   discovery somewhere around here. Beautiful and extensive coral reefs,  containing myriad fish and other marine life, surround the island, which   hosts a rich inter-tidalecosystem. Note that, on Misali, which has been gazetted as a Marine Conservation  Area, landing fees are payable. These fees go towards the upkeep of  the island.