Can an injured bald eagle be kept as a pet?

You may not keep a Bald Eagles as a pet in the USA. It is illegal. You MAY receive training and certification as a wildlife rehabilitator, receive training and certification as a raptor rehabilitator, and then keep a wounded or damaged eagle for the purposes of rehabilitating the bird.

Can eagles be kept as pets?

Legal eagle It’s a similar case with birds from other countries, like macaws and cockatoos. They are protected in the country of their origin but not in India. That’s why it is not illegal to keep them as pets here.”

Can you keep a bald eagle in captivity?

668-668d) is a United States federal statute that protects two species of eagle. Since the original Act, the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act has been amended several times. It currently prohibits anyone, without a permit issued by the Secretary of the Interior, from “taking” bald eagles.

What do you do with an injured eagle?

Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator

Call the local sheriff’s office or police station, or:
Call your state’s US Fish and Wildlife Service office, or:
Call 911 and ask for assistance.

Which eagle is best for pet?

However, there are certain types of eagles can be trained, as the Golden Eagle. Out of all the animals the humankind has domesticated in history, Golden Eagles might be the wildest and most exciting species of all. Their watchful sharp eyes and big size make an excellent hunter.

What if I find a dead bald eagle?

These laws generally prohibit the possession, use, and sale of eagle feathers and parts as well as a number of other activities” You can check out the facts sheet on eagles at this link. So if you find a dead eagle contact your local fish and wildlife enforcement, and they will take it from there.

Is it illegal to keep a wounded bald eagle?

It is illegal. You MAY receive training and certification as a wildlife rehabilitator, receive training and certification as a raptor rehabilitator, and then keep a wounded or damaged eagle for the purposes of rehabilitating the bird.

Is it legal to keep an eagle as a pet?

It is not legal to keep eagles as pets. Eagle are wild animals and cannot be kept as pets or used for commercial purposes. Only federally permitted wildlife rehabilitators and qualifying institutions may house eagles. Only non-releasable eagles may be housed for long-term educational use or in tribal aviaries.

Is it safe to approach an injured eagle?

Like most wildlife, an injured eagle can be defensive and dangerous. Be aware of other hazards if approaching an injured eagle, such as traffic and thin ice. If the situation is safe for you to approach the eagle, follow the recommendations below.

Can you keep the feathers of a Dead Eagle?

We receive many calls about dead eagles on roads that are actually dead turkeys, geese, etc. You may not keep any eagle remains, feathers, parts, nests, or eggs, unless you are a member of recognized tribal entity. Please see information about tribal members and eagle feathers for more information.

What should I do if I have a bald eagle?

Beware the talons and the beak. Once you have the bird, handle and interact with it as little as possible to avoid unduly stressing it. Keep it in a dark, quiet, warm environment free of children, pets, and cameras until it can be transferred.

Can you take a bald eagle carcass home?

Do not take the carcass home unless explicitly told to do so by a federal or state authority for the purpose of immediately mailing to the National Eagle Repository, the National Wildlife Health Center, or a similar federal institution.