One of the most notable pressures comes from climate change and the continuous reduction in rainfall levels on the island.  The Akrotiri Peninsula is threatened by coastal erosion due to a combination of factors such as river damming, quarrying, tectonic movements and mean sea level rise.  The herb and rush meadow at Fassouri Marsh is changing into reedbed as a consequence of seral succession.  Management tools under consideration include water level management, controlled fire, targeted harvesting and grazing.