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Title 45 → Subtitle B → Chapter VI → Part 670 → Subpart E → §670.23 |
Title 45: Public Welfare
PART 670—CONSERVATION OF ANTARCTIC ANIMALS AND PLANTS
Subpart E—Specially Protected Species of Mammals, Birds, and Plants
Permits authorizing the taking of mammals, birds, or plants designated as a Specially Protected Species of mammals, birds, and plants in §670.25 may only be issued if:
(a) There is a compelling scientific purpose for such taking;
(b) The actions allowed under any such permit will not jeopardize the existing natural ecological system, or the survival of the affected species or population;
(c) The taking involves non-lethal techniques, where appropriate; and
(d) The authorized taking, transporting, carrying or shipping will be carried out in a humane manner.