Migratory Bird Treaty Act

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“The Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (MBTA), codified at 16 U.S.C. §§ 703–712, is a United States federal law, first enacted in 1918 to implement the convention for the protection of migratory birds between the United States and Canada. The statute makes it unlawful without a waiver to pursue,…”

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OutsideMay 8

The Feds Want Answers After Dozens of Protected Vultures Were Illegally Dumped in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

National Park Service rangers are seeking tips after dozens of protected black vultures were illegally killed and dumped in the Smokies.

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Foothills Parkway WestSightroad where dead vultures were found
Migratory Bird Treaty ActPlaceThe Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (MBTA), codified at 16 U.S.C.
Foothills ParkwayTrailThe 72.1-mile (114 km) parkway will connect U.S.

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