Gyrfalcon
Live Gyrfalcons (Falco rusticolus), the largest falcons, are Arctic natives imported for elite falconry and breeding. HTS 0106.31.00.00 designates them as birds of prey per official chapter notes excluding microorganisms or game trophies. Prized for speed and plumage variations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• CITES Appendix I required; use IATA-compliant live animal containers
• Common issue: incomplete microchip documentation for identification
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Lanner Falcon
Live Lanner Falcons (Falco biarmicus), Mediterranean falcons for traditional hunting sports. Classified HTS 0106.31.00.00 raptors. Slender build for aerial pursuits.
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Live Sharp-shinned Hawks (Accipiter striatus), smallest North American accipiters, for rehab. HTS 0106.31.00.00 birds of prey. Tiny size belies fierce hunting ability.
Snowy Owl
Live Snowy Owls (Bubo scandiacus), Arctic white raptors, for zoos and conservation. HTS 0106.31.00.00 birds of prey. Iconic from Harry Potter, diurnal hunter.
Peregrine Falcon
Live Peregrine Falcons (Falco peregrinus) are powerful birds of prey known for their incredible diving speeds, often imported for falconry programs or conservation breeding. They fall under HTS 0106.31.00.00 as birds of prey, distinct from other birds like poultry or songbirds. These birds require specific CITES permits due to their protected status.
Bald Eagle
Live Bald Eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), the U.S. national symbol, are imported rarely for zoos, rehabilitation, or breeding under strict federal permits. Classified under HTS 0106.31.00.00 as birds of prey, excluding aquatic or domesticated birds per Chapter 1 notes. Endangered status mandates rigorous documentation.
Golden Eagle
Live Golden Eagles (Aquila chrysaetos) are majestic raptors imported for falconry, educational displays, or reintroduction programs. HTS 0106.31.00.00 covers birds of prey like eagles, hawks, and falcons, separate from other live birds. They demand specialized transport crates and veterinary oversight.