The mortality rate per species from incidental by-catch is below levels which threaten the species, such that its long- term viability is ensured.

The population abundance of the species is not adversely affected due to anthropogenic pressures, such that its long-term viability is ensured.

The population demographic characteristics (e.g. body size or age class structure, sex ratio, fecundity, and survival rates) of the species are indicative of a healthy population which is not adversely affected due to anthropogenic pressures.

The species distributional range and, where relevant, pattern is in line with prevailing physiographic, geographic and climatic conditions.

The habitat for the species has the necessary extent and condition to support the different stages in the life history of the species.