Genetics of small California Elasmobranchs
Summary
SCH Number
2024040343
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Marin Region 7
(CDFW)
Document Title
Genetics of small California Elasmobranchs
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/8/2024
Document Description
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is issuing a permit to Victor Bach Munoz of Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute pursuant to Fish and Game Code Section 2081(a) for scientific purposes. The Section 2081(a) permit authorizes the applicant to take coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), and steelhead trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss irideus) during the course of sampling, subject to terms and conditions set forth in the permit. The purpose of this sampling is for a genetic study of California elasmobranchs. The Section 2081(a) permit
authorizes the applicant to potentially capture coho salmon, Chinook salmon, and steelhead trout during surveys. The applicant will conduct year-round research of coastal elasmobranch species
through the use of hook & line through December 31, 2026.
Contact Information
Name
Dylan Inskeep
Agency Name
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Job Title
Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Los Angeles, Monterey, San Diego
Regions
Statewide
Other Location Info
Nearshore and offshore waters statewide (primarily the counties of San Diego, Monterey, and Los Angeles)
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Calif. Code Regs., §15306, Information Collection, Class 6
Reasons for Exemption
The Project involves research sampling within nearshore and offshore waters Statewide, primarily in the counties of San Diego, Los Angeles, and Monterey which will not result in a serious or major disturbance to coho salmom, Chinook salmon, or steelhead trout which are all listed under the California Endangered Species Act.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
Disclaimer: The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) accepts no responsibility for the content or accessibility of these documents. To obtain an attachment in a different format, please contact the lead agency at the contact information listed above. You may also contact the OPR via email at state.clearinghouse@opr.ca.gov or via phone at (916) 445-0613. For more information, please visit OPR’s Accessibility Site.