Council of the European Union and European Parliament 30 November 2009, Directive 2009/147/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 November 2009 on the conservation of wild birds (Codified version)

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Directive 2009/147/EC establishes a comprehensive framework for the conservation of all naturally occurring wild bird species in the European territory of Member States, covering their protection, management, and exploitation. Key provisions include the mandatory designation of special protection areas for Annex I and migratory species, a general prohibition on deliberate killing or capture, and strict regulations on marketing and hunting. Member States may grant derogations under specific conditions, such as public health or research, subject to Commission monitoring and the maintenance of species populations at ecologically sound levels.AI