Recreational Fisheries in the Mediterranean Countries: A review of existing legal frameworks
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This study reviews the existing laws and regulations concerning recreational fisheries adopted by Mediterranean countries. The study begins with an overview of relevant international initiatives regarding recreational fisheries management and a description of the marine recreational fisheries within the Mediterranean basin. The core of the study analyses the main management measures adopted by States including: (i) access regimes to fisheries resources; (ii) conservation measures; (iii) special recreational fisheries regulations; and (iv) monitoring, control and surveillance of recreational fisheries. The purpose of this study is to provide a snapshot of RF legal frameworks within the Mediterranean with a view to promoting discussion and experience sharing throughout the basin; leading to homogenous and comprehensive recreational fisheries management in the Mediterranean.