New FAO Shark Database goes live
FAO - Database of measures on conservation and management of sharks
The new FAO online "Shark Measures Database" goes live
In cooperation with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) and with the support of the European Union, the Government of Japan and the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) of the United States of America, FAO has developed a Database of measures on conservation and management of sharks.
"This database is a 'one-stop-shop' for those wishing to find shark, skate, ray and chimaera management and guidance measures, instituted by Regional Fishery Bodies, the Convention on Migratory Species, CITES and national authorities. The instruments listed in the Shark Measures Database include both binding and non-binding conservation and management measures, 'plans of action' and national legislation"
(...)
Last updated on 09 June 2016
Type:
News
Species group:
Fish
Further Resources: