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Ministerial Decree No. 117 on environmental safety standards and limits for acquisition of wild animals.

Country/Territory
Azerbaijan
Document type
Regulation
Date
2000
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Wild fauna Wild flora Protection of habitats Standards Protection of environment Management/conservation Pests/diseases Animal health Protection of species Registration Allocation/quota Risk assessment/management EIA
Geographical area
Asia, Caspian Sea, CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), Europe and Central Asia, Landlocked Developing Nations, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force upon signature.
Abstract

This Decree sets out provisions on environmental safety standards to ensure protection of wildlife and habitats and to avoid environmental hazards. This Decree underlines that waste disposal, oil spill and radioactive waste disposal into wildlife habitats are prohibited. This Decree states that the limits for acquisition of animals shall be determined regarding the biological characteristics and registry of animals, as well as the protection of public health and safety, the protection of agricultural and domestic animals from diseases and the prevention of environmental risks which may harm wildlife habitats shall be considered.

Full text
Azerbaijani
Website
www.e-qanun.az

References - Legislation

Implements

Law No. 675-IQ on wildlife.

Legislation | Azerbaijan | 1999 (2021)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Wild fauna, Management/conservation, Ecosystem preservation, Protection of species, Hunting/capture, Hunting authorization/permit, Hunting authorization/permit fee, Ranching/captive breeding, Protection of habitats, Migratory species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX