Decree approving the Statute of the Wildlife Observatory of the Sicilian Region

Subject

Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Institution

Geographical area

Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe

Abstract

This Decree approves the Statute which regulates the functioning of the Wildlife Observatory of the Sicilian Region, a scientific advisory body which has been established under the Regional Counsel of Agriculture and Forestry by Regional Act No. 33 of 1997. The Annex attached to the Decree specifies the tasks which pertain to the Observatory, which shall in particular give scientific opinions to the Provinces, local institutions and entities managing nature reserves. The Observatory shall also c

Full text

Italian

Website

www.regione.sicilia.it

References - Legislation

Implements

Regional Act No. 33 on provisions for the protection of wildlife and restrictions on hunting.

Legislation | Italy | 1997

Keyword: Management/conservation, Hunting/capture, Endangered species, Keeping of live animals, Protected area, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Ranching/captive breeding, Stock enhancement/repopulation, Wildlife products, Birds, Mammals, Offences/penalties, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX