Articles tagged with 'Illegal activities'
Is it legal to hunt protected species such as marine turtles and dugongs?
Marine turtles and dugongs are protected under the Australian Government’s Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act), which lists them as marine and migratory species, and also by various state and Northern Territory legislation.
Is dog fighting legal in Australia?
Dog fighting is illegal in Australia. It is also illegal to possess any fighting equipment designed for dog fighting. Despite this, dog fighting still occurs in Australia and is often associated with gambling activities and other illegal practices such as drug dealing and firearms.
Is it legal to use dogs to hunt deer?
The use of dogs in hunting can pose welfare risks to both the animal being hunted and the dog.
What is shark finning and is it legal in Australia?
Shark fin soup has been a traditional east Asian dish, symbolic of wealth and prestige, for several hundred years. In recent decades the popularity of shark fin soup has soared and the effect on wild shark populations has been disastrous.
Is it legal to have unrestrained dogs on ute trays or other open vehicles?
As outlined in the table below, legislation in Australian states and territories prohibits people from transporting dogs unrestrained on the back of utes or other open vehicles or trailers (although the detail of the legislation differs), with some exemptions in some jurisdictions for specific situations (e. g.
Is cock fighting legal in Australia?
Cockfighting, as well as possessing any fighting equipment for cockfighting, is illegal in all states and territories across Australia. Despite this, cockfighting still occurs and is often associated with other illegal activities such as unregulated gambling.
Can enclosed yabby traps harm animals and are they legal to use?
Despite bans and restrictions being placed on the opera house net trap in different states and territories, they continue to be used. These traps are very popular for catching freshwater crayfish but have caused the drowning of other animals, including platypus and other aquatic species.
What is the illegal wildlife trade and why is it inhumane?
The illegal wildlife trade is a multi-billion dollar global industry estimated to involve billions of individual animals. Wild animals are traded alive to be kept as pets or to be put on display or killed and their parts sold for consumption, traditional medicines, ornaments and jewellery.
Is the tail docking of dogs legal in Australia?
In 2004, the cosmetic tail docking of dogs was banned nationwide. This means that a veterinary surgeon must not dock a dog’s tail unless it is for a therapeutic purpose or in the dog’s best interests to do so. The relevant provisions are set out in the table below.
Is the use of electronic dog collars legal?
The RSPCA is opposed to the use of any electronically activated devices which deliver electric shocks (e. g. , anti-barking collars, invisible boundaries) or other aversive stimuli (e. g. , high-pitched sounds, citronella). Such devices involve punishment, and inflict pain, fear and discomfort. State/Territory Legal?