Regulation No. 511 on hunting for minke whales. Country/Territory Norway Document type Regulation Date 2022 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Marine mammals Hunting/capture Hunting gear/hunting methods Animal welfare Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe Entry into force notes 1 April 2022. Abstract The purpose of the present Regulation is to ensure that minke whales are killed under proper animal welfare conditions. It applies to minke whale hunting from Norwegian vessels. As a general rule, hunting/catching methods must be used that protect the animals against of unnecessary stress and suffering. The Regulation lays down rules concerning training requirements, prohibited practices, killing method, hunting equipment, etc. 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 Repeals Decree to regulate hunting for minke whales (No. 312 of 2000). Legislation | Norway | 2000 (2006) Keyword: Marine mammals, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Inspection, Protection of species Source: FAO, FAOLEX