NWCO - Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Laws, Regulations, and Permits 2

Question 1

Which federal law provides the broadest protection for native bird species?

Accepted Answer

Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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Endangered Species Act

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Lacey Act

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Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act

Question 2

What is the legal status of Virginia opossums in most US states for nuisance control?

Accepted Answer

Classified as furbearer or unprotected species, controllable with appropriate state permits

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Federally protected

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Classified as invasive with no restrictions

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Protected under the Endangered Species Act

Question 3

Under what circumstance can an NWCO operator legally remove an active osprey nest from a private dock?

Accepted Answer

Only with a federal depredation permit from USFWS

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Whenever the owner requests it

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Any time during non-breeding season

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Ospreys are unprotected

Question 4

What legal liability does an NWCO operator face if rodenticide application kills a neighbor's pet?

Accepted Answer

Potential civil liability for damages and regulatory violations if application was non-compliant

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No liability if label directions were followed

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Criminal charges in all cases

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Liability only for purebred pets

Question 5

What federal permit is needed to capture a red-tailed hawk attacking backyard chickens?

Accepted Answer

A Special Purpose Permit (raptor depredation) from USFWS

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No federal permit needed

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A general hunting license

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An EPA license

Question 6

Which document serves as the LEGAL binding use instructions for any pesticide?

Accepted Answer

The product label

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The operator's training manual

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The manufacturer's website FAQ

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The state wildlife agency's guidelines