Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA)

Legislation (16 USC § 703 et seq.) making it unlawful to pursue, hunt, take, capture, kill, offer for sale, to purchase, or to offer for shipment any bird, egg, or nest protected under several migratory bird treaties, except as permitted under regulation. The full suite of regulations promulgated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) under this Act is available at 50 CFR Parts 10, 14, 20 and 21.

Regulations Applicable to Energy Development

The entire suite of MBTA regulations issued by the USFWS may be applicable to energy development activities.

• MBTA Regulations (50 CFR Parts 10, 14, 20, and 21)
  Regulations issued by the USFWS implementing MBTA requirements

Relevant Web Site(s)

• USFWS Division of Migratory Bird Management
  Provides access to information about the MBTA and related regulations, permit requirements, conservation plans, specific species management, etc.