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Anyone have any info on laws/regulations on keeping wildlife? Specifically squirrels. ex: finding abandoned baby squirrels. Does it vary state by state? Anyone know anything about Virginia? Just wondering. Thanks.
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Saw nothing about squirrels in VA http://www.bornfreeusa.org/b4a2_exotic_animals_summary.php
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I saw that, it looks like those apply to exotic animals and I don't really think squirrels would be considered exotic. But it looks like some states do not allow them or require a permit.
I think most people apply the term exotic to any animal that is not a standard or traditional pet such as a dog, cat, hamster. You could call the Game Warden for the county and see if they know of any codes preventing keeping them.
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Found this too http://www.dgif.state.va.us/education/wildlife-laws-educators.pdf
"In general, you cannot capture or collect live mammals
or birds in Virginia for any purpose except under
limited situations with a special permit. This includes the
errant raccoon or squirrel in your attic! Please review the
language of 4 VAC 15-30-10 listed under the “Know This
Law” section."
---------- Post added at 02:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:45 PM ----------
Found this too http://www.dgif.state.va.us/education/wildlife-laws-educators.pdf
"In general, you cannot capture or collect live mammals
or birds in Virginia for any purpose except under
limited situations with a special permit. This includes the
errant raccoon or squirrel in your attic! Please review the
language of 4 VAC 15-30-10 listed under the “Know This
Law” section."
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