Results for "turtle"

23 May 2016

You might think that sea turtles live thousands of miles away from our rugged Welsh coast, but there is one species of turtle that might be closer than you think.

Whales, dolphins, porpoises, turtles and sturgeon are European Protected Species (EPS). It is against the law to damage their breeding sites / resting places, or deliberately to capture, kill, injure or disturb an EPS without a licence.

Guidance for developers on marine vertebrate conservation legislation in Wales

Looking for resources to explain the impact and effects of littering and fly-tipping?

All British reptiles are protected from killing, injuring and sale. The sand lizard is also a European Protected Species (EPS). Natural Resources Wales (NRW) gives licences so you can work within the law.

It is illegal to intentionally kill, injure or sell a British reptile. The sand lizard is also a European Protected Species (EPS). Natural Resources Wales (NRW) gives licences for specific purposes so you can work within the law.

Wales' coastline is home to colourful and amazing species

Overview of the factors used to assess licence applications

02 Feb 2018