Rule 12.6.1130 - RELEASE OF RAPTORS(1) A raptor not native to Montana or a hybrid raptor may not be released into the wild, but may be transferred to another falconry permittee.(2) A permittee must have permission from the department to release a captive-bred raptor that is a native species to Montana. (a) The raptor must be hacked to the wild at an appropriate time of year and location;(b) the falconry band must be removed; and(c) the release must be reported by submitting a paper form 3-186A to the department or by submitting the information electronically as authorized by the department.(3) A raptor taken from the wild that is a native species to Montana may be released. (a) The raptor must be released to the wild at an appropriate time of year and location;(b) the falconry band must be removed; and(c) the release must be reported by submitting a paper form 3-186A to the department or by submitting the information electronically as authorized by the department.(4) Hybrid raptors may not be permanently released to the wild.Mont. Admin. r. 12.6.1130
NEW, 1992 MAR p. 2381, Eff. 10/30/92; AMD, 2009 MAR p. 1470, Eff. 8/28/09.87-5-204, MCA; IMP, 87-5-204, MCA;