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Regulation No. 1651 on whale watching.

Country/Territory
Norway
Document type
Regulation
Date
2019 (2022)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Marine mammals Animal welfare Tourism
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

The objective of the present Regulation is to ensure that whale watching takes place in a safe, sustainable and considerate manne, without disturbing the animals in their natural habitats. The Directorate of Fisheries may lay down further provisions to ensure compliance with this Regulation.

Full text
Norwegian
Website
www.lovdata.no

References - Legislation

Implements

Marine Living Resources Act.

Legislation | Norway | 2008 (2017)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Foreign fishing, Allocation/quota, Fishing gear/fishing method, Institution, Inspection, Enforcement/compliance, Landing, Offences/penalties, Genetic resources, Management/conservation, Hunting/capture, Marine mammals

Source: FAO, FAOLEX