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Order No. 1285 on the protection of wild animals and plants by controlling trade therein (Washington Convention/CITES).

Country/Territory
Denmark
Document type
Regulation
Date
2021
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Trade in species Wild flora Wild fauna International trade Transport/storage Data collection/reporting Authorization/permit Offences/penalties
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
1 July 2021.
Abstract

The present Government Order, issued by the Ministry of Environment, applies to trade in wild flora and fauna covered by the Council Regulation (EEC) No. 338/97 on the protection of species of wild fauna and flora by regulating trade therein. It is also relevant for implementing the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The Order contains 12 articles regulating the import and export of live animals and live plants and parts of plants; import and export of non-live animals and live plants and parts of plants; reporting requirements; inspection and control of CITES documents; a mandatory digital application system for authorizations; and offences and penalties.

Full text
Danish
Website
www.retsinformation.dk

References - Legislation

Implements

Council Regulation (EEC) No. 338/97 on the protection of species of wild fauna and flora by regulating trade therein.

Legislation | European Union | 1996 (2023)

Keyword: Wild fauna, Wild flora, Birds, Reptiles, International trade, Authorization/permit, Management/conservation, Certification, Ranching/captive breeding, Data collection/reporting, Protection of species, Endangered species, Allocation/quota, Cartilaginous fishes, Trade in species, Inspection, Monitoring, Offences/penalties, Plant protection, Wildlife products

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Nature Conservation Act (No. 1392 of 2022).

Legislation | Denmark | 1992 (2022)

Keyword: Protection of habitats, Ecosystem preservation, Cultural heritage, Inland waters, Freshwater resources management, Water conservation zone, Sustainable development, Basic legislation, Protected area, Protection forest, Protection of species, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Wetlands, Management/conservation, Trade in species, International relations/cooperation, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Order No. 266 on the protection of wild animals and plants by controlling trade therein (Washington Convention/CITES).

Legislation | Denmark | 2019

Keyword: Trade in species, Wild flora, Wild fauna, International trade, Transport/storage, Data collection/reporting, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX