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Order No. 741/2000 prohibiting 'Austropotamobius pallipes' fishing.

Country/Territory
Portugal
Document type
Regulation
Date
2000
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Crustaceans Protection of species
Geographical area
Europe, European Union Countries, Southern Europe
Abstract

This Order prohibits 'Austropotamobius pallipes' fishing within all waters under Portuguese jurisdiction in order to protect this endangered crustacean and improve its population.

Full text
Portuguese

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Decree-Law No. 112/2017 establishing the legal framework for planning and sustainable management of aquatic resources in inland waters.

Legislation | Portugal | 2017

Keyword: Basic legislation, Aquaculture, Mariculture, Inland fisheries, Diadromous fish, Classification/declassification, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Aquatic animals, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing area, Fishing authorization, Hygiene/sanitary procedures, Non-commercial fishing, Policy/planning, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX