002.01.20 Ark. Code R. § 071 - 26.13 Certain Exotic Species Prohibited

It is unlawful to import, transport, or possess any live species commonly known as snakehead (Family channidae), walking catfish, stickleback, Mexican banded tetra, piranha or rusty crayfish (Orconectes rusticus).

EXCEPTION: These species may be possessed for display and educational purposes by written permit approved by the Commission. Northern Snakehead, Channa argus, may be possessed once the head has been severed from the body.

PENALTY: Class 2

Notes

002.01.20 Ark. Code R. § 071

Adopted by Arkansas Register Volume MMXX Number 12, Effective 6/7/2020