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Birders

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3. There are 800 different types of birds that migrate in or through North America.

Tue Nov 24, 2020, 03:37 PM

Nov 2020

I googled the question. Looks like even a Blue jay or Cardinal feather can cost a fine of up to $15,000.

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OK someone PLEASE explain the rule about not picking up FEATHERS?! [View all] FirstLight Nov 2020 OP

I'm thinking of calling my local Forest Service wildlife people... FirstLight Nov 2020 #4

Please let us know what they say? SheltieLover Nov 2020 #7

The Forest Service may be able to help you... 2naSalit Nov 2020 #11

All song birds are protected as are eagles, 5X Nov 2020 #2

If it's on the list, then I wouldn't mail the feathers oregonjen Nov 2020 #5

Well..crappers.. luvs2sing Nov 2020 #6

You can collect feathers from non-migrating birds. LakeArenal Nov 2020 #8

who knew? Grasswire2 Nov 2020 #10

When I find one lying around at home, I bring it in Harker Nov 2020 #12