A Federal Raptor Propagation Permit is required to capture from the wild, possess, transport, import, purchase, barter, or offer to sell, purchase, or barter any raptor, raptor egg, or raptor semen for propagation purposes.
Who Needs It
You must have at least 2 full years of experience handling raptors. Any raptors that you are authorized to hold, must be maintained in humane and healthful conditions [per 50 CFR 13.41]. You must also have adequate facilities for the number and species you intend to possess [per 50 CFR 21.30(c)(1-2) and 50 CFR 21.30(w)(3)].
What is covered by this permit?
Hybrids are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Hybrids that include at least one Migratory Bird Act protected species are federally protected and require a federal permit.
What this permit does not cover?
Bald eagles or golden eagles cannot be propagated.
Process
Submit an Application
To submit an application online or through the mail, follow the instructions on our ePermits site.
Need to submit your annual report?
Download form 3-202-8 to mail in.
Application Fee
- $100
- Application fee is non-refundable.
- Federal, Tribal, State, and local government agencies, and those acting on the behalf of such agencies, are exempt from the processing fee (documentation may be required).