Federal agency

USDA Wildlife Services

Program within the USDA that manages conflicts between people and wildlife — bird strikes at airports, predator control, invasive species.

Official Source · Federal

What they handle

  • Wildlife damage to agriculture
  • Airport wildlife hazard management
  • Invasive species control

What they don't handle

  • Endangered species (USFWS)
  • Hunting and fishing regulations (state)
  • Pet rescue

Common permits

  • Cooperative agreements

Common complaints

  • Crop damage by wildlife
  • Bird-strike hazards

Common documents

  • Environmental Assessments for damage management

Questions to ask

  1. Is there an active management agreement at this site?