WAC 352-28-040. Research permits and research collections

Fauna, flora, fungi, and organic and inorganic materials may be removed from parklands for research purposes in accordance with RCW 79A.05.165 . Removal for scientific or educational purposes is subject to the approval of an agency approved research permit signed by the director or the designee of the director. Collections involving fauna will require an approved collection permit from the Washington department of fish and wildlife. Collections involving endangered, threatened, or sensitive species will require approval from the Washington department of fish and wildlife and the department of natural resources Washington natural heritage program.