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Get permission or a licence to trap crayfish, eels, elvers, salmon, sea trout, lamprey and smelt in England. How to apply and rules to follow.
Find out how to import live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
Get consent to introduce (site permit) or remove fish (excluding fish farms): application forms and rules.
Find out about how we manage unacceptable behaviour consistently and fairly.
Apply for a licence to introduce, keep or farm non-native fish, lobsters and crayfish.
The Blue Belt Programme supports the UK Overseas Territories with the protection and sustainable management of their marine environments.
Guidance on listed diseases of fish and shellfish and their status in England and Wales, including what happens if a disease is suspected or confirmed.
Reduce the risk of disease and find out where listed diseases have been confirmed in England and Wales
How to get authorised to set up a fish, shellfish or crustacean farm: application process, conditions and records you must keep.
Information on Biosecurity Measures Plans, their importance, and why they are a requirement of Authorisation. Use this page to access standardised BMP modules.
Find out how to export live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
How to spot koi herpesvirus (KHV), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Lists of possible susceptible and vector species, that are referenced in aquatic animal health legislation and import health certificates.
How to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic animal disease by following biosecurity practice relevant for different sector users.
How to spot spring viraemia of carp (SVC), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Enabling safe and sustainable marine economies across Commonwealth Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
How to spot Viral haemorrhagic septicaemia, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Find out how to import live amphibians of the order Caudata (salamanders and newts)
How to spot white spot disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Check for listed disinfectants for aquaculture; or apply to have your product listed.
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