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Order No. N-24 establishing periodical closed seasons for fishing activity in the proximity of 'Podocnemis expansa' turtle nest.

País/Territorio
Brasil
Tipo de documento
Reglamento
Fecha
1987
Fuente
FAO, FAOLEX
Materia
Pesca, Especies silvestres y ecosistemas
Palabra clave
Pesca continental Zona de protección pesquera Infracciones/sanciones Manejo y conservación pesquera Tortugas Temporadas Protecíon de las especies
Área geográphica
Amazona, Americas, América Latina y el Caribe, Atlántico Norte, América del Sur, Atlántico Sur
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on the date of publication.
Resumen

This Order establishes periodical closed seasons for fishing activity in the proximity of 'Podocnemis expansa' turtle nest. It consists of 4 articles listing out all protected areas of fresh waters with relevant seasons in which fishing activity is strictly prohibited in order to protect such turtles during mating period. During prohibited seasons, fishing activity is permitted only beyond 2 km from the river banks. It prescribes sanctions to be paid by offenders in compliance with articles 56 and 71 of Decree-Law No. 221 of 28 February 1967.

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