Conn. Gen. Stat. § 26-67

The commissioner may issue his regulations, based upon accepted standards of wildlife conservation including the following: (a) Scientific and factual findings of a biological nature; (b) the availability of the species involved; (c) unusual weather conditions and special hazards; (d) the available supply of food and natural cover; (e) the general condition of the woods and streams; (f) the control of the species; (g) the number of permits issued; (h) the area available; (i) the rights and privileges of sportsmen, landowners and the general public; (j) the problem of providing and perpetuating a sound program of wildlife management and a sound recreational program consistent with the availability of the species.