Finland · Spearfishing zone
Saimaa ringed seal core distribution area - Pihlajavesi (Lake Saimaa)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Saimaa ringed seal core distribution area - Pihlajavesi (Lake Saimaa).
Pihlajavesi basin of Lake Saimaa is a core distribution area of the critically endangered Saimaa ringed seal. The most dangerous fishing methods are banned year-round in the main seal distribution area and a springtime gillnet closure runs 15 April-30 June. Spearfishing here is freediving-only by local norm and water-owner permission plus the state management fee are required; seal-protection gear restrictions apply.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
61.6800°N, 28.8500°E
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This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Finland
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Pay the state fisheries management fee via Metsahallitus Eraluvat (eraluvat.fi), the Erakauppa shops, R-kioski kiosks, or by phone; then obtain the separate permission/permit of the owner of the water area where you intend to spearfish.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · eraluvat.fi