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Order No. 10 on catch of large whales.

Country/Territory
Greenland (Denmark)
Document type
Regulation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Marine mammals Hunting gear/hunting methods Hunting authorization/permit Management/conservation Seasons
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean Islands, European Union Countries, North America, North Atlantic
Entry into force notes
1 May 2005.
Abstract

This Order enforces ban to shoot and/or catch large whales in the Greenlandic fishing territory. It provides regulations on hunting methods and vessel measurements for these activities. Capture of minke-whales is only allowed in the period of 1 April to 31 December with the exception of their newborns, which cannot be hunted at any time. If catch of fin- or minke-whale is found not to be fit for human consumption due to disease, or the like, the Minister for Fisheries Region and Fishing shall consider if a fishing license is used, in which case the capture is considered valid.

Full text
Danish
Website
www.lovgivning.gl

References - Legislation

Implements

Act on Fishing and Hunting (No. 12 of 1999).

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 1999

Keyword: Research, Non-commercial fishing, Fishing authorization, Fishing charge, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit, Hunting/capture, Hunting authorization/permit fee, Monitoring, Basic legislation, Management/conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Act on Nature Conservation (No. 29 of 2003).

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 2003

Keyword: Basic legislation, Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Environmental standards, Institution, Internal trade, Protected area, Standards, Protection of environment, Inland waters, Water conservation zone, Sustainable development, Management/conservation, Molluscs, Wild flora, Hunting/capture, Aquatic plants, Birds, Genetic resources, Genetically modified organism (GMO), Community management, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Order No. 12 on catch of large whales.

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 1998

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

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Order No. 9 on the protection and hunting of large whales.

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 2009

Keyword: Marine mammals, Hunting/capture, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Hunting authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX