Biologists from the Canary Islands have asked the Spanish Government to think again when it comes to protecting marine life.

They believe the present catalogue is insufficient and say not enough money is being ploughed into the studies of the different species, many of which are under threat of extinction.

The catalogue has been the subject of controversy because it recently downgraded sebadales found in the sea near Granadilla, from very important to of some importance. The reclassification lifts the block which green campaigners had won because of the sea-life.

The Official School of Biologists in the Canary Islands believes the catalogue can be improved and has offered its help to do so.

The Canary Islands' government is not happy with the catalogue either and last week won a court action because of its concerns over two species found in the archipelago which are not properly listed and would not require consultation if affected by any future development. The court has given the Spanish Government 20 days to respond and take action.