Regulations governing the taking and importing of marine mammals - Subpart E; Designated Ports (50 CFR 216.50).

Subject

Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Foreign fishing Marine mammals Wildlife products International trade Authorization/permit

Geographical area

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

Abstract

This Subpart of Part 216 of the Code of Federal Regulations (Regulations governing the taking and importing of marine mammals) declares that any marine mammal or marine mammal product which is subject to the jurisdiction of the National Marine Fisheries Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce and is intended for importation into the United States, shall be subject to the provisions of 50 CFR part 14 (concerning importation, exportation, and transportation of wildlife). It also designates ports of entry of marine mammals and marine mammal products for purposes of that Part.

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