WAC 220-416-110. Use of game birds for training dogs, field trials — Marking requirements

It is unlawful to possess game birds acquired from a licensed game farmer for the purpose of training dogs, field trials, or hunting unless the birds are marked in the following manner: (1) Captive reared waterfowl shall be physically marked in at least one of the following manners: (a) Banding of one metatarsus with a seamless metal band; or (b) Pinioning of a wing: Provided that this method shall be the removal of the metacarpal bones of one wing or a portion of the metacarpal bones which renders the bird permanently incapable of flight; or (c) Removal of the hind toe from the right foot; or (d) Tattooing of a readily discernible number or letter or combination thereof on the web of one foot. (2) All other game birds shall be physically marked in at least one of the following manners: (a) Banding of one metatarsus with a band purchased from the department; or (b) Nasal scarring: Provided that this scarring shall be a permanent, readily discernible deformity caused by an antipecking device; or (c) Removal of the first joint of the outside toe on the right foot prior to four weeks of age.