General

No regulations are being proposed at this time.

Hunting

No regulations are being proposed at this time.

Fishing

No regulations are being proposed at this time.

​Wildlife Conservation

Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to authority contained in Title 27, Game and Fish (O.C.G.A. Secs. 27-5-2 and 27-5-4), the Board of Natural Resources proposes to promulgate rules updating the taxonomy and appending the list of wild animals for which a license or permit is required in O.C.G.A. Sec. 27-5-5. The proposed rules (copy attached hereto), when adopted, amends Chapter 391-4, Wildlife Resources, by creating a new Subject 391-4-8, Wild Animals.

• Public Notice and Proposed Rules
• Proposed Rules with Additions to the Wild Animal List Highlighted
• Wild Animal Laws in the Official Code of Georgia. This includes the existing list of wild animals and other laws relevant to wild animals in Georgia.
• FAQ Wild Animal Rules
• Wild Animal Summary Presentation- Updated 9/14/22
• Public Meeting Opportunity
  • Watch the virtual public meeting on Facebook, you will need a Facebook account to view the livestream.
• Please send comments and questions on the proposed rules to WCScomments@dnr.ga.gov (preferred). Comments can also be made by telephone (706-557-3223) or by mail.
  • Wildlife Conservation Section
    Department of Natural Resources
    Wildlife Resources Division
    2067 U.S. Highway 278, S.E.
    Social Circle, Georgia 30025