Laws Section

What is the required fence height for dangerous animals like wolves or bears? How about for other animals?

8ft, 6ft

What is the general minimum feeding requirement for animals in your care/transport?

At least once every 24 hours.

True or False: You can never transport an animal in facilities that are below the animal’s normal temperature requirement.

False, you can with an acclimation certificate.

Can you transport animals that aren’t the same species in the same enclosure?

No.

How often do animals need to be given water during transport?

Every 12 hours.

True or False: A sufficient quantity of both food and water must accompany the animal to last at least 24 hours, except as required by specific circumstances.

True.

True or False: The sender of the animal must provide written instructions on the outside of the animal’s enclosure regarding food and water requirements during transport.

True.

How often must you check on an animal during transport in normal circumstances?

At least once every 4 hours.

What are the minimum and maximum allowed transport temperatures for animals?

45 and 85 F.

What migratory game birds are protected by the Act?

Brants, ducks, geese, and swans.

Also wild species of these families: Rallidae, Scolopacidae, Columbidae, & Corvidae

True or False: If a species isn’t protected by the Wildlife Code, you may take that animal off a property without permission from the landowner.

False.

What organization dictates who has the authority to kill wildlife causing damage or control species protected by this Act?

The DNR.

What information might the DNR ask you to report regarding your work with protected species?

Species taken, number of species taken, dates when taken, etc.

How long will your privileges be suspended if you falsify your permit or use someone else’s?

At least 1 year.

What does the IAC define as a 'game bird'?

Ruffled grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, northern bobwhite, gray partridge, chukar, ring-necked pheasant, greater prairie chicken, and wild turkey.

What are the two classes of permits you need to know?

Class A: Commercial, Mammals and Game Birds

Class D: Commercial, Migratory Birds

Under which class of permit are bats included?

Class A.

How old do you have to be to get a permit?

18+.

What score must you achieve to pass the exam?

80%.

When can you retake your exam?

45 days after the first try, 6 months after the second try. This sequence may only be done twice during any two year period.

True or False: If you break a wildlife law within the 3 years before applying for a permit, it’s grounds for refusal.

True.

When must permittees retake the exam?

If you let your permit expire, or had it suspended/revoked for more than 60 days.

When are Class A/B/C permits expired/issued?

January 31st.

When are Class D/E permits expired/issued?

September 1st.

True or False: A permittee must have their permit on their person at all times when taking or transporting fauna.

True, violation is a petty offense

True or False: The taking of bald/golden eagles or endangered/threatened species is prohibited.

True.

True or False: Migratory birds or other non-furbearing mammals must be released alive or surrendered to a licensed wildlife rehabilitator.

True.

Can you sell the animals or parts of them after you’ve taken them?

No, that is a Class A misdemeanor.

True or False: A Class A permit is all you need to take game birds.

False, you need written authorization from the Department

Which organizations do we need authorization from before taking migratory birds from any individual site?

Authorization from the US F&W Service and written approval from the Department.

What are the 4 approved methods of destroying eggs of migratory birds?

Addling, oiling, puncturing, and removal & disposal.

Do business permits Class A or Class D need written permission from the landowner before taking any fauna?

Yes

Who needs to approve the taking of fauna on State lands?

Written authorization from the Site Superintendent or District Wildlife Biologist.

When are the reports required of Class D/E permittees due to the Department every year?

September 1st (same as when issued/expired)

True or False: Anyone may scare or herd away migratory birds off a property that aren’t incubating eggs/raising young and are causing a nuisance.

True.

What are the three classes of approved methods of scaring off migratory birds?

Noise making devices, visual methods (e.g., dogs), and chemical repellants.

Can a landowner destroy an empty eagle nest without a permit?

Yes.

Do you need a license to remove a migratory bird trapped inside a building to release it outdoors, or bring an injured migratory bird to a wildlife rehab center?

No, anyone can do that

What is the minimum suspension period for violating the rules?

A year.

How long will you be barred from obtaining a Class A or D permit if you try to photograph/reproduce the exam?

5 years.

How many days do you have to submit a late annual report to the DNR before your permit is revoked and you have to reapply?

60 days.

How many complaints can a permittee get before they will undergo an up-to 60 day suspension while the DNR investigates?

3 (strikes you’re out)

What are the Threatened species of birds in IL? (hints: 7, MCR-BBL-C)

Mississippi Kite, Cerulean Warbler, Rufa Red Knot, Barn Owl, Black-billed Cuckoo, Least Bittern, Chuck-will’s-widow.

Which owl species is endangered?

Short-eared owl (have a shorter future)

Which bittern species is endangered?

American Bittern (think the Least Bittern is in less trouble)

What four tern species are endangered?

Common Tern (not anymore), Forster’s Tern, Least Tern (least amount left), Black Tern (dark future)

What three heron species are endangered?

Yellow-crowned Night Heron, Black-crowned Night Heron (royal herons bee struggling), Little Blue Heron

True or False: Anyone can take dead animals to a licensed landfill per the EPA.

True.

True or False: Transport has to be direct and not in conjunction with other collection activities, except for waste haulers collecting waste in which a dead animal has been incidentally included

True.

Who gives out licenses for the transportation and disposal of dead animals?

The DNR.

How long are disposal/transport licenses good for?

1 year.

How many inspections are you allowed per application at a disposal facility?

2

What month do disposal licenses renew/expire?

December.

How long does a disposal facility have to process a body?

48 hours after arrival.

How often will the DNR inspect licensed disposal facilities?

At least once a year.

If your animal dies, how long do you have to either dispose of it or take it to a facility for a post-mortem inspection?

24 hours.

True or False: If your animal dies of a notable infectious disease, the Department may order you to burn or bury it on your property.

True.

How far must the composting site of an animal be from the nearest potable water supply? From the nearest occupied residence?

200 feet, quarter mile

How far must the burial site of an animal be from the nearest potable water supply? From the nearest occupied residence?

200 feet, 200 feet

How deep must a body be buried?

6” minimum.

What four countries does the MBTA form international treaties with?

Canada, Japan, Russia, Mexico.

What year was the MBTA passed?

1918

What does the MBTA do?

 prohibits the take (including killing, capturing, selling, trading, and transport) of protected migratory bird species without prior authorization by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

True or False: Migratory bird species that occur in the US as a result of human-assisted introductions are protected by the MBTA.

False.

True or False: The MBTA allows continued breeding/sale of migratory game birds on farms for food.

True.

Can you transport a female in estrus with a male animal?

No

Which owl species is Endangered and which is Threatened?

Endangered: Short-eared Owl

Threatened: Barn Owl

Are nests protected by the IL Wildlife Code?

Yes