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Order No. 106-N prohibiting the catch of ghost crab ('Ucides cordatus') in the State São Paulo.

Country/Territory
Brazil
Territorial subdivision
São Paulo
Document type
Regulation
Date
1993
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Crustaceans Protected fishing area Fishery management and conservation Aquatic animals
Geographical area
Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on the date of publication.
Abstract

This Order prohibits the catch of ghost crab ('Ucides cordatus') in the State São Paulo. It consists of 4 articles establishing that along the coastline of the aforementioned State catching this crab specie with every fishing gear is strictly prohibited. It establishes sanctions to be paid by offenders in compliance with Decree-Law No. 221 of 28 February 1967 and Act No. 7.679 of 23 November 1988.

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