International law of sharks : obstacles, options and opportunities / By Erika J. Techera, Natalie Klein.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Techera, Erika J., author.

Klein, Natalie (Natalie S.), author.

Series:

Legal aspects of sustainable development ; Volume 24.

Legal Aspects of Sustainable Development, Volume 24

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Shark fisheries--Law and legislation.

Shark fisheries.

Sharks--Law and legislation.

Sharks.

International law.

Sharks--Conservation.

Sharks--Conservation--Government policy.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (300 pages) : illustrations.

Place of Publication:

Leiden, Netherlands ; Boston, [Massachusetts] : Brill Nijhoff, 2017.

Summary:

In International Law of Sharks , Erika J. Techera and Natalie Klein provide an in-depth analysis of the current legal frameworks that relate to these important species. The authors offer ways in which to overcome obstacles that prevent existing laws from working better and identify best practice global governance options while highlighting opportunities for legal reform. Scientific evidence indicates that sharks play a critical role in maintaining marine ecosystem health, yet current governance regimes have not been effective and many shark species continue to diminish. In this context, effective laws are critical to improve sharks’ conservation status. This volume also explores the broader relevance of oceans governance by identifying appropriate legal frameworks and regulatory mechanisms that balance conservation and utilisation of marine species in general.

Contents:

The Case for Sharks

International Law Framework

Governance and Regulation

Species-based Measures

Spatial and Area Measures

Institutions: Key Roles and Structural Issues

Enforcement and Compliance

Broader Lessons Learned: A Principled Approach.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

90-04-34551-5

Publisher Number:

10.1163/9789004345515 DOI