Marine Species at Risk Protection in Australia and Canada: Paper Promises, Paltry Progressions

Authors

Jeffrey A. Hutchings
Tim Stephens, University of Sydney Law School
David VanderZwaag, Schulich School of Law and Marine & Environmental Law Institute, Dalhousie UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2016

Keywords

Ocean Governance, Marine Law, Species Protection

Abstract

This article compares the law and policy frameworks for protecting marine species at risk in Australia and Canada. The sea of practical challenges is examined, including achieving listing of threatened commercial species; attaining timely and effective recovery planning; and identifying and protecting critical habitats.

Recommended Citation

Jeffrey A Hutchings, Tim Stephens & David L VanderZwaag, "Marine Species at Risk Protection in Australia and Canada: Paper Promises, Paltry Progressions" (2016) 47:3 Ocean Dev & Intl L 233.