The General Assembly finds that it is in the best interest of the state to provide for the conservation of nongame species of wildlife for the benefit and nonconsumptive use of the citizens of Georgia. Historically, wildlife conservation programs have been focused on the more recreationally and commercially important game species. As a consequence, such […]
As used in this article, the term: “Department” means the Department of Natural Resources. “Nongame wildlife” means all species of flora and fauna indigenous to Georgia which are not legally taken through hunting, fishing, trapping, or otherwise. “Wildlife” means all species of flora and fauna indigenous to Georgia. History. Code 1981, § 12-3-601 , enacted […]
The department shall establish nongame wildlife conservation programs and wildlife habitat acquisition programs and educational and promotional activities in support thereof to enhance the protection of nongame wildlife and the nonconsumptive use thereof by the citizens of Georgia. To support such programs, the department may, without limitation, promote and solicit voluntary contributions through the income […]
