A. Fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas are lands managed for maintaining populations of species in suitable habitats within their natural geographic distribution so that the habitat available is sufficient to support viable populations over the long term and isolated subpopulations are not created. In addition to their intrinsic value, certain species of fish and wildlife represent important historic, cultural, recreational and economic resources.

B. It is the purpose of this chapter to protect fish and wildlife populations and their associated habitats and provide special consideration to conservation or protection measures necessary to preserve or enhance anadromous species. (Ord. 4025 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 3064 § 2 (Att. A), 2021)