Permits authorizing the taking of mammals, birds, plants, or invertebrates designated as a Specially Protected Species of mammals, birds, and plants in § 670.25 may only be issued if:
(a) There is a compelling scientific purpose for such taking;
(b) The actions allowed under any such permit will not jeopardize the existing natural ecological system, or the survival of the affected species or population;
(c) The taking involves non-lethal techniques, where appropriate. Lethal techniques may only be used on Specially Protected Species where there is no suitable alternative technique; and
(d) The authorized taking, transporting, carrying or shipping will be carried out in a humane manner.
[63 FR 50164, Sept. 21, 1998, as amended at 86 FR 27988, May 25, 2021]
In addition to the information required in subpart C of this part, an applicant seeking a permit to take a Specially Protected Species shall include the following in the application:
(a) A detailed scientific justification of the need for taking the Specially Protected Species, including a discussion of possible alternative species;
(b) Information demonstrating that the proposed action will not jeopardize the existing natural ecological system or the survival of the affected species or population; and
(c) Information establishing that the taking, transporting, carrying, or shipping of any native bird or native mammal will be carried out in a humane manner.
The following species has been designated as Specially Protected Species by the Antarctic Treaty Parties and is hereby designated Specially Protected Species:
Common Name and Scientific Name
Ross Seal—Ommatophoca rossii
[73 FR 14939, Mar. 20, 2008]