Regulations governing the take of marine mammals incidental to specified activities (50 CFR 217.11-217.227).

Subject

Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Marine mammals Hunting/capture Data collection/reporting Offences/penalties

Geographical area

Americas, Arctic, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic

Abstract

This Part of the Code of Federal Regulations governs the taking of marine mammals incidental to specified activities such as operation of offshore oil and gas facilities; construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas deepwater port; coastal commercial fireworks and other marine projects. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) shall carry out specified functions regarding monitoring and control. Requirements for reporting, monitoring and mitigation are specified for holders of an authorization to take incidentally marine mammals.

Full text

English

Website

www.ecfr.gov

References - Legislation

Implements

Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Legislation | United States of America | 1972

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Fishing gear/fishing method, Management/conservation, Marine mammals, Marine area, Data collection/reporting, Research, Endangered species, Protection of habitats, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX