EXHIBIT 8
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          Consent of independent petroleum engineering consultants




We consent to the use of our report with respect to the reserves data of
Canadian Natural Resources Limited incorporated by reference in its (i) Annual
Report (Form 40-F) for the year ended December 31, 2005 and (ii) Registration
Statement on Form F-9 (Registration No. 333-104919), filed with the Securities
and Exchange Commission.


/s/  Ryder Scott Company

Calgary, Alberta
March 13, 2006