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Order No. 12 on catch of large whales.

Type of law
Regulation
Source


Abstract
This Order aims to ensure appropriate and biologically sound exploitation of fishing resources in regards to the fishing of great whales. It is forbidden on Greenland's fishing territory to shoot or catch large whales. By "great whales" it is understood "minke whale" and whales that are larger than these.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
The Order enters into force on 3 April 1998.
Notes
Repealing Order No. 9 of 6 April 1995.
Repealed
Yes
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Hjemmestyrets bekendtgørelse nr. 12 af 3. april 1998 om fangst af store hvaler.
Repealed by