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Protection of Wild Animals and Birds By-law, 2006.

Country/Territory
South Africa
Territorial subdivision
Gauteng
Document type
Legislation
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Gauteng Provincial Gazette No. 135 on 10 April 2006
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Hunting authorization/permit Hunting/capture Hunting gear/hunting methods
Geographical area
Africa, South Atlantic, Southern Africa
Abstract

This By-law of City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality prohibits hunting wild animals and birds in the city area without the permission in writing of the Council and subject to such conditions as the Council may impose. "Wild animal" means any animal other than a domestic or domesticated animal, rat and mouse. The By-law places restrictions on the use of arms for hunting and prescribes penalties for offences.

Full text
English
Website
openbylaws.org.za