Legal Status. All hawks and owls are federally protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 USC, 703-711). These laws strictly prohibit the capture, killing, or possession of hawks or owls without special permit.
Controlling bird damage from hawks and owls
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Controlling bird damage from hawks and owls
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