Wildlife Management and Movement Regulations

Question 1

what are the 2 categories of wildlife?

Answer 1

1. free-ranging populations:
   -public lands
   -private lands
2. captive populations

Question 2

describe movement of free-ranging wildlife

Answer 2

1. not recommended due to potential for pathogen spread and other impacts of introduced species
2. some carefully planned re-introduction and translocation programs that address a true ecological need
3. permits required for capture, repossession, and sampling of wildlife:
   -including research, hunting, fishing, and wildlife rehab

Question 3

describe movement of captive wildlife

Answer 3

1. interstate movement is restricted and requires a health certificate and/or pathogen testing
2. federal oversight for some species
3. regulations depend on state of origin and destination, as well as any state passed through en route