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

Answer

The MBTA protects over 1,000 native bird species regardless of conservation status.

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

Answer

Virginia opossums are furbearers or unprotected wildlife in most states, allowing control with appropriate permits.

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

Answer

Ospreys are MBTA-protected, and active nests can only be removed with a federal depredation permit.

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

Answer

Operators face potential civil liability and regulatory penalties, especially if application violated label directions.

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

Answer

All raptors are MBTA-protected, requiring a Special Purpose Permit before any capture or relocation.

NWCO - Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator Practice Test