Order No. 488/96 approving the Regulation on fishing with the artisanal towed net called "xávega".

Subject

Fisheries

Keyword

Marine fisheries Fishing gear/fishing method Artisanal fishing Seasons Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit

Geographical area

Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North-East Atlantic, Southern Europe

Entry into force notes

This Order enters into force 90 days after its publication.

Abstract

This Order regulates fishing with artisanal towed nets "xávega". It is divided into 3 Chapters. Chapter I concerns fishing methods, net definitions (rope length, minimum size of mesh, etc.). Chapter II defines fishing zones and prohibits this method of fishing during the summer between 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; it also establishes fish size requirements, fishermen's duties, use of animals or tractors for hoisting nets and information required for the total fish catch register (species and quantity) to be sent to the General Direction of Fisheries and Aquaculture. Chapter III deals with licence requirements (renewal, duration and cancellation); requests to fish in new areas may be made to the local port authorities. A description of a towed net is contained in the Annex I; a model form of the total catch register is contained in Annex II.

Full text

Portuguese

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Order No. 1102-F/2000 approving the Regulation for seine net fishing.

Legislation | Portugal | 2000

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishing gear/fishing method, Mesh, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX