Article 27–Article 29 · 3 articles
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Release of blue marlin and white marlin caught alive
1. By way of derogation from Article 15(1) of Regulation (EU) No 1380/2013, when their quota is being approached, Member States shall ensure that vessels flying their flag release all blue marlin ( Makaira nigricans ) and white marlin ( Tetrapturus albidus ) that are alive by the time of boarding.
2. Member States referred to in paragraph 1 shall take appropriate measures to ensure that blue marlin and white marlin are released in a manner that maximise their chances of survival.
Landing of blue marlin and white marlin beyond the fishing opportunities
When a Member State has exhausted its quota, that Member State shall ensure that the landings of blue marlin and white marlin that are dead when brought alongside the vessel are not sold or entered into commerce. Such landings shall not count against that Member State's catch limits as set out in paragraph 1 of ICCAT Recommendation 2015-05, provided that such prohibition is clearly explained in the annual report referred to in Article 71 of this Regulation.
Recreational fisheries of blue marlin and white marlin
1. Member States whose vessels are engaged in recreational fisheries of blue marlin and white marlin shall maintain a 5 % scientific observer coverage of blue marlin and white marlin tournament landings.
2. In recreational fisheries of blue marlin a minimum conservation size of 251 cm lower jaw fork length shall apply.
3. In recreational fisheries of white marlin a minimum conservation size of 168 cm lower jaw fork length shall apply.
4. It shall be prohibited to sell or to offer for sale any part or whole carcass of blue marlin or white marlin caught in recreational fisheries.
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