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Conservation Measure 24-04 (2017) Establishing time-limited Special Areas for Scientific Study in newly exposed marine areas following ice-shelf retreat or collapse in Statistical Subareas 48.1, 48.5 and 88.3.

Country/Territory
Document type
Regulation
Date
2017
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Authorization/permit Climate change Exploration Marine fisheries Protected fishing area Research Fishery management and conservation
Abstract

This conservation measure is adopted by the Commission (recalling the Resolution 30/XXVIII concerning climate change impacts on the marine ecosystem within the Convention Area, in order to establish necessary rules regarding the time-limited Special Areas for Scientific Study in newly exposed marine areas following ice-shelf retreat or collapse in Statistical Subareas 48.1, 48.5 and 88.3 (see Annex for related maps). adopted measures and contents are listed as follows: designated special areas for scientific study following ice shelf retreat or collapse; conditions for fishing activities within special areas for scientific study; scientific research within special areas for scientific study; other management provisions within special areas for scientific stud. This text also defines the expiration of stage 1 and stage 2 special area for scientific study designations.

Full text
English
Website
cm.ccamlr.org