California Hunting Laws

is it legal to own predatory birds? and use for hunting?

i just saw videos of Mongolians who used eagles to hunt, they were hunting foxes and wolves it was pretty cool. id rather use this method than a gun.is it legal to own a eagle, hawk , or falcon, and use them for hunting? i live in the bay area, california, us. and i dontk now the law on this

You can own birds of prey legally as a licensed falconer. Other than that, no one can own these birds legally besides zoos, wildlife sancuaries etc. There are strict guidelines and training that goes along with being a falconer. You must first train as an apprentice to an already licensed falconer for 2 years before you can even attempt to purchase your own bird. See more info here:

http://www.ehow.com/how_2060726_become-falconer.html

http://www.falconry.com/

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