Arizona § 17-255 Definition of aquatic invasive species

Arizona Statutes

§ 17-255 — Definition of aquatic invasive species

Arizona § 17-255

Title 17Arizona Revised Statutes

Ch. 2GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT AND GAME AND FISH COMMISSION

Art. 3.Aquatic Invasive Species

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Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 17-255 (2026).

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In this article, unless the context otherwise requires, "aquatic invasive species": 1. Means any aquatic species that is not native to the ecosystem under consideration and whose introduction or presence in this state may cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health. 2. Does not include:

(a)Any nonindigenous species lawfully or historically introduced into this state for sport fishing recreation.

(b)Any species introduced into this state by the department, by other governmental entities or by any person pursuant to this title.

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In this article, unless the context otherwise requires, "aquatic invasive species":

1. Means any aquatic species that is not native to the ecosystem under consideration and whose introduction or presence in this state may cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health.

2. Does not include:

(a) Any nonindigenous species lawfully or historically introduced into this state for sport fishing recreation.

(b) Any species introduced into this state by the department, by other governmental entities or by any person pursuant to this title.