Fisheries Act (Act No. 4003). Country/Territory Philippines Document type Legislation Date 1932 Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act to amend and compile the laws relating to fish and other aquatic resources of the Philippine islands, and for other purposes. Subject Fisheries Keyword Fishery management and conservation Inland fisheries Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Seasons Size Cartilaginous fishes Aquatic animals Fishing authorization Protection of species Authorization/permit Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, North Pacific, South-Eastern Asia Abstract This Act provides for the protection and conservation of fishery resources such as the declaration of open and closed seasons, protection of fry or fish eggs, prohibition of the use of poisonous substances and explosives in fishing, and prevention of water pollution. The Act shall apply to fishing and fisheries in Philippine waters, including inland and marine waters. Full text English Website www.chanrobles.com References - Legislation Implemented by Fisheries Administrative Order No. 36 establishing a closed season period for the gathering or killing of marine turtles, turtle eggs, or turtle shell. Legislation | Philippines | 1954 Keyword: Endangered species, Turtles, Authorization/permit, Seasons, Protection of species Source: FAO, FAOLEX