A joint recommendation submitted for the purpose of adopting the measures referred to in Article 15(2), in relation to the protection of sensitive species and habitats, may in particular:
develop lists of sensitive species and habitats most at risk from fishing activities within the relevant region based on the best available scientific advice;
specify the use of additional or alternative measures to those referred to in Annex XIII to minimise the incidental catches of the species referred to in Article 11;
provide information on the effectiveness of existing mitigation measures and monitoring arrangements;
specify measures to minimise the impacts of fishing gear on sensitive habitats;
specify restrictions on the operation of certain gear or introduce a total prohibition on the use of certain fishing gear within an area where such gear represent a threat to the conservation status of species in that area as referred to in Articles 10 and 11 or other sensitive habitats.