The Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Regulations 1994

[F1Restrictions on taking samples from live specimensE+W

101G.(1) No sample may be taken by virtue of regulation 101A or 101E from a live animal except by a veterinary surgeon.

(2) No sample may be taken by virtue of regulation 101A or 101E from a live animal or plant unless the person taking it is satisfied on reasonable grounds that taking it will not cause lasting harm to the specimen.]