Section 15300 Of Chapter 4. Brood Stock Acquisition From California Fish And Game Code >> Division 12. >> Chapter 4.

. Aquatic plants or animals may be legally obtained for use as brood stock from all of the following sources:
  (a) A holder of a commercial fishing license.
  (b) A registered aquaculturist.
  (c) The department.
  (d) Imported sources authorized by Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 15600).