§4905 List of approved species

Summary

One year after October 23, 1992, and from time to time after that, the Secretary must publish in the Federal Register a list of exotic bird species from the Convention’s Appendices that are allowed for import because they are not otherwise banned. The Secretary must give notice and let the public comment before putting a species on the list. Each listed species must show which countries it may come from and, if needed, which approved facilities in those countries may supply it. To decide, the Secretary must use the best science available and check that the countries of origin have strong rules and enforcement, including ways to stop illegal trade. A species goes on the list if it is regularly bred in captivity with no wild-caught birds in trade, or if it is bred in an approved facility. A species can also be listed if the Convention is being followed for that species: countries are enforcing the rules (including having scientific authorities and meeting Article IV), there is a science-based management plan that protects the species and its habitat, the plan is carried out and enforced, and capture, transport, and care methods minimize harm and prevent inhumane treatment.