Resolution Conama No. 10 establishing protected areas for the laying down of marine turtles' eggs.

This Resolution establishes protected areas for the laying down of marine turtles' eggs. It consists of 4 articles specifying geographical areas to be considered as protected zones caused by the aforementioned purpose. This Decision lists envolved marine turtle species: "Dermochelys coriacea", "Chelonia midas", "Eretmochelys imbricata", "Lepidochelys olivacea" and "Caretta caretta" as well as competent authority (Tamar) entitled of carrying out controls in this sector.

Brazil · 1996-10-24