Serviço de Protecção da Natureza e do Ambiente

The Serviço de Protecção da Natureza e do Ambiente (SEPNA) is a specialized unit within the Guarda Nacional Republicana focused on environmental protection in Portugal. Its primary responsibilities include enforcing wildlife conservation laws, monitoring hunting activities, and addressing environmental crimes. SEPNA recently played a crucial role in a nationwide operation that resulted in numerous arrests for violations related to the conservation of fauna.