Federal · Title 16 — Conservation
16 U.S.C. § 4907: Moratoria for species not covered by Convention
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review periodically the trade in species of exotic birds that are not listed in any Appendix to the Convention; and the findings described in section 4905(c)(2), (3), and (4) of this title cannot be made with respect to the species; and the moratorium or quota is necessary for the conservation of the species or is otherwise consistent with the purpose of this chapter; or the country has not developed and implemented a management program for exotic birds in trade generally, that ensures both the conservation and the humane treatment of exotic birds during capture, transport, and maintenance; and the Secretary finds that the moratorium or quota is necessary for the conservation of the species or is otherwise consistent with the purpose of this chapter. The Secretary shall terminate a quota or moratorium established under subsection (a) if the Secretary finds that the reasons for establishing the quota or moratorium no longer exist.
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