Order No. 21 on the protection and hunting of polar bears.

Subject

Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Hunting/capture Allocation/quota Mammals Management/conservation National parks Seasons

Geographical area

Americas, European Union Countries, North America

Entry into force notes

The Order enters into force on 15 October 2005.

Abstract

The Order sets regulations on protection and hunting of polar bears (Ursus maritimus) in Greenland terrestrial and fishing territory where it is protected. There are special provisions for access to the National Park in North and East Greenland and Nature Reserve in Melville Bay, including provisions for the catch of in these areas. The government though sets an annual quota for polar bear hunting in adherence to international agreements and biological advice and is subject to hunting license re

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, 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, Inland waters, Water conservation zone, Sustainable development, Management/conservation, Molluscs, Wild flora, Hunting/capture, Aquatic plants, Birds, Genetic resources, GMO, Mammals, Community management, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Order No. 20 on hunting of polar bears.

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 1994 | Repealed

Keyword: Mammals, Management/conservation, Hunting authorization/permit, Hunting/capture

Source: FAO, FAOLEX