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Fur Breeder License

Statutory Authority: ECL Sections: 11-1907,11-0511, 6 NYCRR Part 151 and Part 175

The Department may issue a Fur Breeder license permitting the propagation of, or keeping alive in captivity, beaver, bobcat, coyote, raccoon, sable or marten, skunk, otter, fisher, nutria and muskrat. They may be disposed of alive for propagation, exhibition, scientific or educational purposes only, or they may be killed and pelted at any time. The carcasses and pelts of fur bearing animals may be possessed, transported, bought or sold at any time.

To apply for this license, contact the Division of Fish, Wildlife and Marine Resources Special Licenses Unit.

Special Licenses Unit
NYSDEC
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233-4752
518-402-8985

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