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Migratory Bird Treaty Act permits

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Responsible Agency/Bureau
Project Type
All
Activity/Trigger
Take, possession, transportation, or sale of migratory birds.
Description

The Migratory Bird Treaty Act prohibits the take, possession, transportation, or sale of migratory birds without a permit. This includes any migratory bird; any part, nests, or eggs; or any product. The migratory bird species protected are listed in 50 CFR 10.13. The FWS is authorized to issue permits for the take, possession, transportation, or sale of migratory birds when compatible with the four Conventions. This includes scientific, exhibition, breeding, depredation, and Native American purposes. The regulations authorizing permits for migratory birds are in 50 CFR Part 21.

Statute/Regulations
Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (16 U.S.C. 703‐712; Ch. 128; July 13, 1918; 40 Stat. 755)
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