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Regulation No. 716 on alien organisms.

Country/Territory
Norway
Territorial subdivision
Jan Mayen
Document type
Regulation
Date
2015
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen.
Keyword
Biological control agents Freshwater pollution Hazardous substances Biodiversity
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Entry into force notes
1 January 2016.
Abstract

The purpose of this Regulation is to prevent the import, stocking and spread of alien organisms that have, or may have, adverse effects on biodiversity. It applies to the Norwegian land territory (including waterways) in the Norwegian territorial waters and on Jan Mayen. Organisms which may be imported, provided permit, include these listed in Appendix II - provided that the conditions set out in the Appendix are complied with. Plants. Freshwater organisms living at temperatures above 5 degrees C (for ornamental purposes). Marine plants, invertebrates and fish exclusively held in closed containers on land. Micro-organisms. Biological pesticides which have been granted import permission. And mushrooms and algae for human consumption.

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

Wildlife Act (No. 38 of 1981).

Legislation | Norway | 1981

Keyword: Hunting/capture, Hunting gear/hunting methods, Hunting authorization/permit, Inspection, Institution, Seasons, Offences/penalties, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX