Game law

From WikiMD.org
Jump to navigation Jump to search

Game Law

Game law (pronunciation: /ɡeɪm lɔː/) is a field of law that pertains to the regulation and preservation of wildlife. It is a branch of law that is often associated with hunting, fishing, and wildlife management.

Etymology

The term "game law" originates from the Middle English word "game", meaning "wild animals", and the Old English word "lagu", meaning "law".

Definition

Game law is a body of statute and common law that regulates the right to pursue and take or kill certain kinds of fish and wild animal (game). Its primary purpose is to manage wildlife populations and safeguard certain animals from extinction through the enforcement of restrictions on hunting and fishing.

Related Terms

  • Hunting: The practice of pursuing animals for food, recreation, or trade in products. Hunting is regulated by game law in many jurisdictions.
  • Fishing: The activity of catching fish, either for food or as a sport. Fishing is also subject to game law regulations.
  • Wildlife Management: The process of keeping certain wildlife populations, including fish and game, at desirable levels determined by wildlife managers. Game law plays a crucial role in wildlife management.
  • Conservation: The practice of protecting and preserving natural resources, including animal species. Game law is a tool used in conservation efforts.
  • Endangered Species: Species of animals or plants that are at risk of extinction. Game law often includes provisions to protect endangered species.

External links

Esculaap.svg

This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.


Languages: - East Asian 中文, 日本, 한국어, South Asian हिन्दी, Urdu, বাংলা, తెలుగు, தமிழ், ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian Indonesian, Vietnamese, Thai, မြန်မာဘာသာ, European español, Deutsch, français, русский, português do Brasil, Italian, polski