Localization

Galemys pyrenaicus pyrenaicus : Pyrenees (France, Andorra and Spain)

Galemys pyrenaicus rufulus : Iberian Peninsula (Spain and Portugal)

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Threats

Cultures, agriculture

Fishing and Recreation

Dams

Invasive species

Non-native diseases

Land and water pollution

Droughts

 

Population

Highly fragmented, declining populations

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I.U.C.N. : E.N. - Endangered

C.I.T.E.S : Not indexed

Convention de Berne : Appendix II - Strictly Protected Wildlife Species

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Trade

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France :

• Article 1 of the Decree of 17 April 1981
  Repealed by Decree of 23 April 2007 - article 8, intial version

• Amended by Order 2007-02-19 art. 1 JORF 19 April 2007

The destruction, alteration or degradation of the particular environment of mammals of the following non-domestic species, the destruction, mutilation, capture or removal, intentional disturbance, naturalization of individuals of these species or, whether living or dead, their transport, peddling, use or offering for sale, are prohibited throughout the national territory and at all times, selling or buying them:

- Talpidae :

Pyrenees desman (Galemys pyrenaicus).

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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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References :

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biodiversite.gouv.fr/projet-pna/wp-content/uploads/PNA_desman_des_pyrenees.pdf

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Galemys pyrenaicus (Desman pyrénéen) (iucnredlist.org)

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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