Order No. 97 establishing a closed season period for motor-powered trawl fishing for certain shrimps' species. Country/Territory Brazil Document type Regulation Date 1996 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fisheries Crustaceans Fishing gear/fishing method Seasons Protected fishing area Fishery management and conservation Aquatic animals Geographical area Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic Entry into force notes This Order enters into force on the date of publication. Abstract This Order establishes a closed season period for motor-powered trawl fishing for certain shrimps' species. It consists of 5 articles specifying geographical coordinates of protected area and closed season (from 21 December to 28 February of every year) for fishing the following shrimps' species: "Penaeus subtilis", "P. brasiliensis", "P. schmitti" and "Xiphopenaeus kroyeri". During closed season whatever activity relevant with these species (keeping, transport, trade, etc.) is strictly prohibited. Sanctions for offenders shall be applied in compliance with Decree-Law No. 221 of 28 February 1967 and Act No. 7.679 of 23 November 1988. Full text Portuguese References - Legislation Repeals Order No. 114-N prohibiting trawlnet fishing for shrimp by motor-powered traction into coastal areas. Legislation | Brazil | 1992 Keyword: Marine fisheries, Crustaceans, Fishing gear/fishing method, Seasons, Fishery management and conservation, Aquatic animals Source: FAO, FAOLEX