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Regulation No. 489 proclaiming the natural complex of the “Prespa e Madhe” and “Prespa e Vogel” lakes and their surrounding territories as natural zone of special protection and including them in the list of wetlands of international importance especially for their water birds habitats.

Country/Territory
Albania
Document type
Regulation
Date
2013
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Official Gazette No. 108/2013
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Birds Protected area Protection of habitats Protection of species
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Regulation enters into force 15 days after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Regulation proclaims the natural complex of “Prespa e Madhe” and “Prespa e Vogel” lakes and their surrounding territories to be natural zones of special protection and includes them in the list of wetlands of international importance especially for their water birds habitats. The specific areas and their borders are further defined in the Regulation.

Full text
Albanian
Website
www.qbz.gov.al; www.ligjet.org

References - Legislation

Implements

Law No. 10006 on wild fauna protection.

Legislation | Albania | 2008 (2013)

Keyword: Hunting/capture, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Ranching/captive breeding, Wildlife products, Seasons, Offences/penalties, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Law No. 8906 for protected areas.

Legislation | Albania | 2002

Keyword: Basic legislation, Protected area, Biodiversity, Ecosystem preservation, National parks, Protection of habitats, Tourism, Monitoring, Protection forest, Policy/planning, Cultural heritage, Endangered species, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX