Abu Dhabi Amends Hunting Laws to Preserve National Heritage

Abu Dhabi Amends Hunting Laws to Preserve National Heritage

Abu Dhabi Amends Hunting Laws to Preserve National Heritage

Abu Dhabi has issued a local decree revising the executive regulations published by Resolution No. (69) of 2015 for Local Law No. (22) of 2005 on hunting regulation to safeguard the environment while preserving the rich Emirati history. The goal of the update is to increase the economic worth of natural resources. It also guarantees that traditional practices such as falconry adhere to international environmental sustainability guidelines.

The most significant change brought about by this legislation is that instead of collecting a species fee from hunters, a license will be provided. Traditional hunting licenses will be issued by the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD), which will also establish the terms and limitations for hunting outside of authorized zones.

These new rules make hunting illegal within the boundaries of protected areas, rangelands, and restricted zones. The Act aims to create a legal framework for hunting activities that would allow the emirate to verify that hunting practices are consistent with its conservation and environmental programs.