Decree relative to the keeping in captivity of wild animals, the breeding of wild animals in fenced areas, and the hunting of wild animals which have been released (No. 357 of 1999).

Subject

Livestock, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Ranching/captive breeding Hunting/capture Wild fauna Hunting authorization/permit Biodiversity

Geographical area

Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe

Abstract

Provisions of Chapter I define the scope and application sphere of the Act. Furthermore they contain definitions and contain general requirements regarding the breeding of game. The Decree is concerned with the proper functioning of breeding operations and the preservation of natural resources and biodiversity. Chapter II specifies which animals may be held in captivity and reared without a special authorization of the wildlife authorities. Chapter III contains conditions for access to other rearing operations that require a special authorization. Requirements regarding fences areas can be found in Chapter IV. Miscellaneous provisions can be found in Chapter V and Chapter VI deals with offences and prescribes the date of entry into force.

Full text

Norwegian

Website

www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Wildlife Act (No. 38 of 1981).

Legislation | Norway | 1981

Keyword: Hunting/capture, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Hunting authorization/permit, Inspection, Institution, Seasons, Offences/penalties, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Regulation No. 565 on wildlife population management, dead wildlife, and use of wildlife in farming, research and zoos (the Wildlife Regulation).

Legislation | Norway | 2020 (2020)

Keyword: Wild fauna, Biodiversity, Management/conservation, Protection of species, Animal health, Animal welfare, Keeping of live animals, Hunting/capture, Authorization/permit, Marking/identification, Registration, Ranching/captive breeding, Research, Education

Source: FAO, FAOLEX