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Regional Decree No. 14/93/A regulating limpet collection (univalve molluscs).

Country/Territory
Portugal
Territorial subdivision
Azores
Document type
Regulation
Date
1993
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Diário da República No. 178/93 (I-B), 31 July 1993, p. 4148-4151.
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Molluscs Fishing gear/fishing method Size Seasons Protected fishing area 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
Abstract

This Regional Decree regulates limpet collection (univalve molluscs) and establishes protected fishing areas, seasons, sizes, underwater fishing requirements as well as fishing licences for performing the aforementioned activity. It consists of 5 chapters and 2 annexes laying down geographical maps of prohibited fishing areas and a model form for underwater fishermen.

Full text
Portuguese

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Regional Legislative Decree No. 15/2012/A implementing Directive 2009/147/EC and Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament on protected wildlife within the Autonomous Region of Azores.

Legislation | Portugal | 2012

Keyword: Birds, Endangered species, Wild flora, Biodiversity, Ecosystem preservation, Protection of habitats, Basic legislation, Protected area, Protection of species, Wetlands, Access and benefit-sharing

Source: FAO, FAOLEX