U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Simplified Falconry Regulations
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently proposed a number of changes in falconry regulations. The changes will simplify and update the agency's regulations to reflect current practices in the traditional use of raptors for sport hunting.
"Falconers care deeply about wild raptors and have been very interested in their preservation across the country," said Service Director Steve Williams. "At the request of State fish and wildlife agencies and falconers nationwide, the Service proposes to streamline the permitting process for falconers and clarify what are acceptable falconry practices."
The proposed changes to falconry regulations include:
