Act on hunting of wild birds and animals. Country/Territory Saudi Arabia Document type Regulation Date 1978 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Hunting authorization/permit Hunting gear/hunting methods Birds Offences/penalties Protected area Protection of species Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Red Sea & Gulf of Aden, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Act enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Decree is divided into 9 articles. Hunting is not allowed without license (art. 1). Hunting is allowed only in the authorized zones using the authorized methods (art. 3). Hunting of animals and birds threatened with extinction is prohibited (art. 3). Violation, administrative measures and penalties (arts. 5 to 7). The Minister of the Interior issues the Implementing Regulation concerning the conditions and requirements for hunting, protected zones, hunting methods, seasons and the list of protected birds and animals (art. 8). Full text Arabic References - Legislation Repealed by Game Law, issued by Royal Decree No.M/8 of 1999 (1420 Hegira). Legislation | Saudi Arabia | 1999 Keyword: Basic legislation, Hunting authorization/permit fee, Hunting/capture, Protection of species, Birds, Wild fauna Source: FAO, FAOLEX