Law on protection of hunting, game and birds (Hunting Law). Country/Territory Switzerland Territorial subdivision Obwalden Document type Legislation Date 1973 (2007) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Hunting/capture Hunting authorization/permit Hunting authorization/permit fee Hunting rights Wild fauna Institution Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Birds Game Endangered species Protection of species Geographical area Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North-East Atlantic, Western Europe Entry into force notes The present Law enters into force on 1 August 1973. Abstract The present Act lays down provisions relating to the protection of hunting, game and birds. Within the framework of the basic federal legislation the Canton is entitled to regulate issues concerning hunting and protected animals. Hunting activities in the Canton shall need a hunting permit. Furthermore, the Canton shall organize and control the hunting sector with a view to ensure an efficient hunting police and hunting guards, ensure the good health of game, ensure procreation of endangered animal species, conserve and improve the living space of free living animals, to limit the size of game to a reasonable number with a view to protect agriculture and forestry and property from damage inflicted by hunting and animals. A Hunting Commission shall be established with the task of advising the competent Office in all matters concerning hunting, including protection of game and birds. The text consists of 9 articles. Full text German Website www.ow.ch References - Legislation Implemented by Implementing Regulations on hunting activities 2012. Legislation | Switzerland | 2016 Keyword: Hunting/capture, Inspection, Game, Hunting rights, Subsidy/incentive, Seasons Source: FAO, FAOLEX