The commission by rule many remove a wildlife species from the state list upon a review of the best available scientific and other data which meets the criteria set forth below. The scientific information shall be documented and verifiable information related to the species’ biological status. Before removing a wildlife species from the state list, the commission shall determine:

1. (1) The species is not, or is not likely to become within the foreseeable future, in danger of extinction throughout any significant portion of its range in this state, or is not at risk of becoming endangered throughout any significant portion of its range in this state.
2. (2) That the natural reproductive potential of the species is not in danger of failure due to limited population numbers, disease, predation or other natural or human-related factors affecting its continue existence; and
3. (3) The species no longer qualifies for listing under OAR 635-100-0105(6).

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 496.004, 496.171, 496.172, 496.182, 496.192 & 498.026

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 496.004, 496.171, 496.172, 496.182, 496.192 & 498.026

History

DFW 22-1998, f. & cert. ef. 3-13-98