Can a falconer trap and keep more than one raptor per capture permit?

The correct response is that a falconer cannot trap and keep more than one raptor per capture permit. This regulation is in place to manage the wildlife populations effectively and ensure that falconry practices are sustainable. The rules surrounding capture permits are designed to prevent overharvesting of any particular species and to help maintain a balance within the ecosystem.

In Utah, as in many other states, each capture permit is specifically issued for a single bird to ensure responsible handling and management of raptor populations. This limitation discourages potential overexploitation and helps enforce conservation efforts. It also ensures that falconers focus on the health and training of one bird at a time, which is crucial for the welfare of the raptors involved in falconry.

The other options suggest situations where trapping multiple raptors might be permissible, but these are not aligned with the regulations governing falconry capture permits. For example, while certain seasons may have specific rules regarding hunting or trapping, they do not typically allow for multiple captures under a single permit. Similarly, while different raptor species may have different regulations regarding their take, the overarching rule about the limit per permit remains consistent across species.