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Order No. 180/2012 prohibits catching, keeping, transport and trade of eel species.

Country
Portugal
Type of law
Regulation
Source
FAO , FAOLEX
Abstract
This Order, consisting of 3 articles, prohibits catching, keeping, transport and trade of eel species (Anguilla anguilla) from October to December. Eel fishing only can be performed in professional fishing areas under terms and conditions prescribed in respective regulations.
Attached files
http://faolex.fao.org/docs/pdf/por114108.pdf
Web site
http://www.dre.pt
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on the day after its publication.
Repealed
Yes
Serial Imprint
Diário da República, I Série, No. 110, 6 June 2012, pp. 2939 and 2940.
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Portaria n. 180/2012 de 6 de junho.
Repealed by
Decree-Law No. 112/2017 establishing the legal framework for planning and sustainable management of aquatic resources in inland waters.