Montana Code 87-5-205. Restrictions on species allowed for falconry
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87-5-205. Restrictions on species allowed for falconry. (1) Bald eagles, any raptors listed pursuant to 50 CFR, part 17, and any species that has been listed pursuant to 87-5-107 may not be captured in this state for the sport of falconry.
Terms Used In Montana Code 87-5-205
- Person: includes a corporation or other entity as well as a natural person. See Montana Code 1-1-201
- Raptors: when used in this part, means all birds of the orders falconiformes and strigiformes, commonly called falcons, hawks, eagles, ospreys, and owls. See Montana Code 87-5-202
- State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See Montana Code 1-1-201
(2)Species of raptors that are native to North America may be brought into Montana for the purpose of falconry unless that action is specifically prohibited by this part, the laws of other states, or the rules of the federal government. Those raptors may be possessed, subject to this part. A person bringing a raptor into this state must be able to show proof of the area of origin.