Wild Animals (Whales Shark) Protection Regulation (Cap. 247). Country/Territory Seychelles Document type Regulation Date 2003 (2003) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Offences/penalties Cartilaginous fishes Protection of species Geographical area Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Small Island Developing States Abstract This Regulation declares the whale shark (Rhincodon typus) to be protected throughout Seychelles at all times and prohibits the taking or killing of a whale shark. Nothing in the preceding regulations shall be construed as preventing otherwise legitimate fishing activities or authorized scientific research. Full text English Website www.seylii.org References - Legislation Implements Wild Animals and Birds Protection Act (Cap. 247). Legislation | Seychelles | 1961 (2001) Keyword: Basic legislation, Birds, Hunting authorization/permit, Protection of species Source: FAO, FAOLEX