Statutes > New Mexico Statutes > Chapter 17 - Game and Fish and Outdoor Recreation. > Article 2 - Hunting and Fishing Regulations, 17-2-1 through 17-2-46. > Section 17-2-44 - Director; land or aquatic habitat interest acquisition.

Section 17-2-44 - Director; land or aquatic habitat interest acquisition.

17-2-44. Director; land or aquatic habitat interest acquisition.

In addition to other powers and duties, the director:   

A.     may acquire land or aquatic habitat interests for the conservation, management, restoration, propagation and protection of threatened or endangered species; and   

B.     shall conduct studies to determine the status and requirements for survival of threatened or endangered species.