CMS - Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals
Stralcio dal sito : The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the Conservation of Migratory Sharks is the first global instrument for the conservation of migratory species of sharks. Sharks are under serious threat around the globe. In accordance with recent scientific studies (Worm et al. 2013) the number of sharks being killed every year ranges between 63 and 273 million individuals. The MOU is a legally non-binding international instrument. It aims to achieve and maintain a favourable conservation status for migratory sharks based on the best available scientific information and taking into account the socio-economic value of these species for the people in various countries. Currently seven species of sharks are listed in Annex I of the MOU: Basking Shark (Cetorhinus maximus) Great White Shark ( Carcharodon carcharias ) Longfin Mako Shark (Isurus paucus) Porbeagle (Lamna nasus) Shortfin Mako Shark (Isurus oxyrinchus) ...