Marine Mammals Sanctuary Decree 1979. Country/Territory Seychelles Document type Regulation Date 1979 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Protected area Marine mammals Marine area Offences/penalties Protection of species Marine protected areas Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Small Island Developing States Abstract "The Territorial Waters and Exclusive Economic Zone are hereby declared to be a Marine Mammals Sanctuary" (art. 3). Activities with respect to marine mammals specified in article 3 shall be an offence (art. 3.2). Catching of dead or seriously injured marine mammals shall be reported as soon as practicable to the Principal Secretary of the Ministry (art. 3.3). Full text English References - Legislation Repealed by Fisheries Act 1986 (Cap. 82). Legislation | Seychelles | 1986 (2012) Keyword: Basic legislation, Mariculture, Aquaculture, Enforcement/compliance, Institution, Fishery management and conservation, Inland fisheries, Marine fisheries, Foreign fishing, Access right, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX