Wild Bird Conservation Act |
"The purpose of this title is to promote the conservation of exotic birds by...ensuring that all trade in species of exotic birds involving the United States is biologically sustainable and is not detrimental to the species..." Sec. 103 of the Wild Bird Conservation Act (WBCA). The WBCA was enacted on October 23, 1992, to ensure that exotic bird species are not harmed by international trade. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (Service) may issue permits to allow import of listed birds for scientific research, zoological breeding or display, or personal pet purposes when the applicant meets certain criteria. The Service may approve cooperative breeding programs of WBCA-protected birds, and subsequent import permits under such breeding programs. The WBCA also encourages wild bird conservation programs in countries of origin. For example, wild-caught birds may be imported into the United States if they were produced in accordance with Service-approved management plans for sustainable use of the species. Personal Pets Frequently Asked Questions/Facts
Application Forms You can find permit application forms in the following ways: 1. Select by WBCA application type:
2. Select the form by application form number 3. Search on a keyword within the general permit application index Federal Register Notices
Federal Register notices are available at the following sites: Law/Regulations
Species Listed under WBCA
Some birds listed under the WBCA are also protected under other conservation laws and treaties. For further information, please refer to these species lists. |