Published on Georgia DNR - Wildlife Resources Division (http://www.georgiawildlife.com)

Commercial Freshwater Fishing

Protected Species

Nothing in these regulations allows the taking or disturbing of State and Federally protected fish, turtles, mussels, or other wildlife. There are currently 55 fish species, 7 salamander species, 14 mussel species, and 13 turtle species on the state protected list. Additionally, all nonvenomous snakes are protected. Many of these species may be encountered while fishing. It is unlawful to capture, kill, or sell any of these protected species.

For a complete list of protected species, see Chapter 391-4-10 of the Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia, or contact the Nongame/Natural Heritage Section [1], 2065 U.S. Hwy 278 SE, Social Circle GA 30025, phone (770) 918-6411.

Georgia Wildlife Resources Division
2070 U.S. Hwy. 278, SE, Social Circle, GA 30025

Source URL: http://www.georgiawildlife.com/Fishing/ProtectedSpecies

Links:
[1] http://www.georgiawildlife.com/node/1440?cat=about_us