Amending the Migratory Bird Treaty Act

Three years ago, a court decision ruled that the introduced, non-native mute swan (Cygnus olor) was afforded protections of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. This decision has significantly hindered wildlife managers' ability to control the rapid expansion of mute swans, negatively impacting other...

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Published in:Wildlife Society bulletin 2004-10, Vol.32 (3), p.967
Main Authors: Burke, Caitlin A, Franklin, Thomas M
Format: Article
Language:English
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Amendments
Animal migration
Birds
Court decisions
Federal legislation
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Summary:Three years ago, a court decision ruled that the introduced, non-native mute swan (Cygnus olor) was afforded protections of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. This decision has significantly hindered wildlife managers' ability to control the rapid expansion of mute swans, negatively impacting other sensitive wildlife and habitat.
ISSN:0091-7648
1938-5463