Pollution also can not be washed out. Ecology of lagoon can not be restored once damaged. Effect on bird life. Some 14 red data species. Walvis Bay lagoon is a wetland of international importance.
Area is important for West Atlantic flyway from Scotland to Cape - migration route.
Walvis Bay lagoon is the best flamingo viewing locality in the world. Areas must be set aside for recreational purposes and off-limit conservational areas. No boats, off-road vehicles and pets. All role players must take part - port authorities, Municipality, Nature Conservation and tour operators. Aeolian sedimentation must be curbed through dune stabilization.