crazy as it sounds, they are protected like hawks, Eagles, etc. Cites are provided below. They are also increasing in number in our area. Threatened and Endangered species: Current listing maintained on file with the Secretary of State. Protected Wildlife Species in Texas. The recovery of buzzards, which had been wiped out from large swaths of England in the 20th century, has been a rare conservation success – the shooting industry argues that buzzards … waterfowl, upland birds, etc vs. non-game birds) In my state I know you can not shoot game birds with anything other than a bow or shotgun loaded with nothing less than size 8 shot. How do you get rid of buzzards?!! When he 3. Good one, turkey vulture! We have lost 15 young free range hens to these this year already. by the way, NOTHING will eat a dead buzzard. Copies may be acquired by contacting TPWD's Wildlife Diversity Program at Austin headquarters. Both the turkey vulture and black vulture are classified as migratory birds are therfore protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. We have witnessed them take chickens out of the field in the afternoon. The Wildlife Whipserer, Inc., has consulted with several towns in different parts of the U.S. to help them get rid of vultures, but the request is always worded, "get rid of buzzards". I am not sure what you are thinking as turkey vultures, but yes they do take chickens. 2. The hunting of turkeys during the spring gobbler season shall be restricted to shotguns only and with no shot larger than number two, compound, re-curve, Cross bow, and long bows. Vulture damage can be grouped into two gross classifications of urban/suburban damage and livestock damage. If you do, then no. Can I shoot birds with an air-rifle (that, in some/most states, depends on if the bird is a game bird or not ..i.e. This is kinda of a long story but I will try to shorten it up for you. Consult the Code of Alabama Title 9 and Alabama Game, Fish, Furbearers, and Other Wildlife Regulation Book for the entire law or regulation. This means that you cannot shoot at, trap, poison, or otherwise kill, capture or possess one without a permit. Frequently Asked Questions and Answers to Nuisance Wildlife A raccoon (or squirrel or opossum) is in my attic, what can I do? All wild birds are protected by state and federal laws, with the exception of the European starling, rock (feral) pigeon, and English sparrow. General. If you are the homeowner or tenant, you can buy a live-trap and trap a raccoon, squirrel or opossum on your property without a permit. When hunting migratory birds, a shotgun must be "plugged" so that it can hold no more than three (3) shells at one loading.