Regulation No. 60 on fox (Vulpes lagopus) as priority species. Country/Territory Norway Document type Regulation Date 2015 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Animal welfare Protection of species Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe Entry into force notes 23 January 2015. Abstract The purpose of this regulation is to ensure foxes on the Norwegian territoty. Any damage or destruction of foxes is prohibited, including destruction of fox dens and other actions which may impair healthy and natural development and living conditions of the species. The document is regulated by the Norwegian Environment Agency, who has agreed with landowners to take action in order to maintain or achieve the natural or cultural conditions necessary to ensure conservation of the species. Full text Norwegian Website www.lovdata.no References - Legislation Implements Law No. 100 on the management of biodiversity (Nature Diversity Act). Legislation | Norway | 2008 (2022) Keyword: Basic legislation, Protected area, Pollution control, Biological control agents, Ecological production/organic production, Ecosystem preservation, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Precautionary principle, Inland fisheries, Diadromous fish, Aquatic animals, Breeders' rights/farmers' rights, Plant variety, Intellectual property rights/patents, Marine protected areas, Sustainable development, Institution, Biodiversity, Protection of habitats, Management/conservation, Genetic resources, Cultural heritage, Protection of species, Alien species, Sustainable use, Traditional knowledge/indigenous knowledge, Indigenous peoples, National parks, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX