Capture and Killing Methods (Prohibition) Regulations, 2002 (L.N. No. 167 of 2002). Country/Territory Malta Document type Regulation Date 2002 Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Supplement to the Government Gazette of 2002, pp. B 2595 - B 2602. Subject Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Protection of species Fishery management and conservation Hunting/capture Hunting gear/hunting methods Offences/penalties Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe Entry into force notes For entry into force please see article 1. Abstract These Regulations prohibit the use of indiscriminate means and forms of capture capable of causing local disappearance of, or serious disturbance to, populations of mammals and fish listed in Schedule I to these Regulations. The use of capture and killing methods listed in Schedule II to these Regulations is prohibited. The Malta Environment and Planning Authority shall be responsible for the administration and implementation of the present Regulations. Full text English References - Legislation Implements Environment Protection Act, 2001 (Act No. XX of 2001). Legislation | Malta | 2001 Keyword: Basic legislation, Environmental planning, Institution, Pollution control, Authorization/permit, EIA, Special fund, Inspection, Policy/planning, Biodiversity, Management/conservation Source: FAO, FAOLEX Repealed by Flora, Fauna and Natural Habitats Protection Regulations, 2006 (L.N. 311 of 2006). Legislation | Malta | 2006 Keyword: Management/conservation, Biodiversity, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Protected area, Ex-situ conservation, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Birds, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Hunting/capture, Alien species, Genetic resources, Policy/planning, Research, Offences/penalties, Cartilaginous fishes, PIC-prior informed consent Source: FAO, FAOLEX