Sea Clams Resources Preservation Regulations. Country/Territory China Document type Regulation Date 1992 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Molluscs Protected fishing area Fishing authorization Fishery management and conservation Authorization/permit Geographical area Asia, Asia and the Pacific, East Asian Seas, Eastern Asia, North Pacific, North-West Pacific Entry into force notes Entry into force on October 29, 1992. Abstract These Rules are formulated in order to protect clams and to ensure their rational exploitation. The protected area is defined in article 2; the fishery administration department of Changle County is entitled to the management of the protected area. Article 6 establishes prohibited fishing methods. The catching of sea clams is subject to fishing license. Further articles concern offences and penalties. Full text Chinese