Localization

Amsterdam and St. Paul's Islands (T.A.A.F., France), Austral Islands​

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Threats

Introduced species (including Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae), exploitation of fishery resources

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Population

92 mature individuals, non-fragmented populations, increasing​

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U.I.C.N. : C.R. - Critically endangered

C.I.T.E.S : Not indexed

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Trade

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France :

 

• Ministerial Decree of 14 August 1998

The destruction or removal of eggs or nests, the destruction, mutilation, capture or naturalization of individuals wherever they may be, living or dead, their transport, peddling, use, offering for sale, sale or purchase are prohibited.

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Article L413-10

Version in force since 02 December 2021

Created by LAW No. 2021-1539 of 30 November 2021 - art. 46 - Code de l'environnement

1. Ban on Acquiring and Breeding Non-Domestic Animals:

   • It is prohibited to buy, sell, or breed non-domestic species for use in traveling shows.

   • This ban takes effect two years after the law’s enactment (November 30, 2023).

2. Prohibition on Keeping and Transporting Non-Domestic Animals:

   • Traveling shows cannot keep, transport, or use non-domestic animals for performances starting seven years after the law’s enactment (November 30, 2028).

3. Animal Welfare Provisions:

   • Owners of affected animals will be provided with alternative accommodations ensuring the animals’ well-being.

4. Exceptions:

   • The Minister for Nature Protection can grant exceptions if suitable accommodations for the animals are unavailable.

5. Certificates and Permits:

   • New permits for keeping or showcasing non-domestic animals in traveling shows will no longer be issued, and existing permits will be revoked when animals leave.

6. Animal Registration:

   • Traveling establishments must register their animals in a national database within six months of the law’s promulgation.

This law seeks to protect wildlife and promote humane treatment by phasing out the use of non-domestic animals in traveling shows.

 

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Australia :

 

• Department of Environment and Heritage 2006

Plan to Reduce the Threat of Bycatch of Seabirds in Ocean Longline Operations 2006.

 

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References :

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Diomedea amsterdamensis (Amsterdam Albatross) (iucnredlist.org)

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PNA_albatros_amsterdam_2018-2027.pdf (biodiversite.gouv.fr)

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​Section 3: Provisions relating to animals of non-domestic species kept in captivity for entertainment purposes (Articles L413-9 to L413-14) - Légifrance