ARSD 41:09:06:17. Definitions

As used in this chapter: (1) "Falconry" means the sport of taking quarry by means of a trained raptor; (2) "Raptor" means all birds that are members of the order Falconiformes or Strigiformes including falcons, hawks, eagles, owls, and vultures; (3) "Take" means to trap or capture, or to attempt to trap or capture, a raptor; and (4) "Possession" means actual or constructive control or custody of a wild or captive bred raptor, but not ownership of a wild raptor.