In most cases, collecting feathers in the United States is illegal under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which prohibits the possession of bird feathers, parts, and eggs. But that doesn’t mean that it’s impossible to enjoy a feather-finding hobby.
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Collecting bird feathers in the United States – legality and
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Can I keep feathers? - The laws protecting birds (and their feathers)
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Collecting bird feathers in the United States – legality and
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