Special Licenses
Fish, Wildlife and Marine Special Licenses and Permits
This page provides a list of licences issued by the Department for the special uses of New York State's fish, wildlife and marine resources.
Special Licenses Unit Issued Licenses and Permits
DEC's Special Licenses Unit (SLU) is responsible for the applications, review and issuance of the license listed below. To find special license examination and expiration dates, visit the SLU important information and dates webpage.
Bird Breeder License
Black Bear Tracking Dog License
Inland Commercial Fishing License
Crocodilian Permit
Crocodilian Registration Permit
Dangerous Wildlife License
Dead Endangered Species
Depredation Permit
Domestic Game Animal Breeder License
Domestic Game Bird Breeder License
Endangered/Threatened Species License
Falconry License
Field Trial License
Fishing Preserve License
Fur Breeder License - As of April 1, 2012, new fur breeder licenses are no longer being issued. For questions, call 518-402-8985 or send an e-mail.
Lake Sturgeon License
Leashed Tracking Dog License
License to Collect or Possess
License to Liberate Fish and Wildlife
License to Possess and Sell
Modified Archery Permit
Modified Crossbow Permit
Non Ambulatory Hunter Permit
Nuisance Wildlife Control License
Sale of Wild Birds
Shooting Preserve License
Wildlife Rehabilitator License
