MBPM-9: Interpretation of the Depredation Order for Blackbirds, Cowbirds, Crows, Grackles, and Magpies

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MBPM-9 (2021):This memorandum serves to clarify that birds taken under this Depredation Order may be of any life stage using any humane method of take.

Publication date

Oct 29, 2021

Program

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Migratory Birds

The Migratory Bird Program works with partners to protect, restore and conserve bird populations and their habitats for the benefit of future generations by: ensuring long-term ecological sustainability of all migratory bird populations, increasing socioeconomic benefits derived from birds,...

Program

Washington,DC

Subject tags

Migratory birds

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