Decree to regulate hunting for minke whales (No. 312 of 2000).

Subject

Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Marine mammals Hunting gear/hunting methods Inspection Protection of species

Geographical area

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

Entry into force notes

Enters into force immediately.

Abstract

This Decree lays down rules for the correct hunting of minke whales. The principal rule that no unnecessary harm or pain shall be inflicted to the animals is worded in section 2. Article 2 prohibits the use of harpoon grenade or cold harpoons. Articles 3 and 4 prescribed requirements regarding other hunting gear, whereas article 5 contains rules regarding killing of animals. Article 6 concerns priority of vessels in hunting, and article 7 prohibits dumping of rests of dead whales if it causes inconveniences to fishing activities.

Full text

Norwegian

Website

www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Act No. 40 of 1983 relating to sea-water fisheries.

Legislation | Norway | 1983 (2008)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Foreign fishing, Allocation/quota, Fishing gear/fishing method, Institution, Bycatch, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Cartilaginous fishes, Management/conservation, Hunting/capture, Marine mammals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Regulation No. 511 on hunting for minke whales.

Legislation | Norway | 2022

Keyword: Marine mammals, Hunting/capture, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Animal welfare

Source: FAO, FAOLEX