Presidential Order No. 87 on the protection of swordfish (Xiphias Gladius). Country/Territory Greece Document type Regulation Date 1987 Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Efimeris tis Kyverniseos No. 49, Part I, 14 April 1987, p. 458 and 459. Subject Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Marine fisheries Seasons Migratory species Protection of species Fishery management and conservation Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Mediterranean, Southern Europe Entry into force notes as from the date of publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Order prohibits, within the national territory, fishing and vending of swordfish (Xiphias Gladius) during the period of four (4) months annually starting from October till January. Full text Greek