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Order No. 20 on walrus protection and hunting.

Country/Territory
Greenland (Denmark)
Document type
Regulation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Hunting authorization/permit Management/conservation Hunting/capture Hunting gear/hunting methods Data collection/reporting Allocation/quota Marine mammals
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean Islands, European Union Countries, North America, North Atlantic
Entry into force notes
The Order enters into force on 27 October 2006.
Abstract

This Order sets rules on protection and hunting of walrus (Odobenus rosmarus) in Greenlandic land and fishing territory. It applies to the quota and total allowable catch thereof which are determined by international agreements, biological advice, user knowledge and by consulting the Hunting Council on the base of gender, age and geographic areas. Licence for hunting this species is granted according to applicants' residence status. Aircraft, helicopters and motor vehicles, including snowmobiles and boats over 20 BRT may not be used during hunting activities or for transportation to/from hunting areas. Permitted hunting weapon is rifle with a minimum legal caliber of 6.30 (7.62 mm). Only full mantel ammunition is permitted while full-and semi-automatic rifles are not allowed.

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. 9 on the protection and hunting of walrus.

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 2006

Keyword: Hunting authorization/permit, National parks, Management/conservation, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX