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Decision of 18 February 1999 prohibiting catching, collecting and trading of ornamental fish and coral.

Country/Territory
Mozambique
Document type
Regulation
Date
1999
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Coral
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Least Developed Countries
Entry into force notes
This Decision enters into force immediately.
Abstract

This Decision prohibits catching, collecting and trading of ornamental fish and coral within the waters under Mozambican jurisdiction. No licence, or authorization shall be issued for the aforementioned activities. This restriction shall expire in 2 years.

Full text
Portuguese

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. 3/90 approving the Fisheries Act.

Legislation | Mozambique | 1990 | Repealed

Keyword: Basic legislation, Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Artisanal fishing, Aquaculture, Fishing vessel, Registration, Fishing authorization

Source: FAO, FAOLEX