Requests directly to the Repository. The permit will not have to be amended to cover re-orders.
The original permit will be valid for the life of the permit holder.
In summary, now you will obtain your life-time permit from your Regional Migratory Bird
Permit Office. After your first order has been filled, you will deal directly with the Repository
for any re-orders. You will contact your Permit Office only if you wish to make name or address
amendments to your permit.
What items may Native Americans order from the Repository?
Native Americans may order up to one whole golden or bald eagle or equivalent parts at a time.
They may also order specific eagle parts or loose eagle feathers.
What kinds of parts are available?
Orders may be placed for a pair of wings, tail, head, pair of talons, or trunk. You many not order
more of any part than is found in one whole eagle.
How many loose eagle feathers may an individual request?
There are two types of loose feather requests:
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10 Quality Loose Feathers: These consist of 8 wing feathers and 2 tail feathers which
are hand picked. Because supplies are limited, no more than 2 tail feathers will be
provided per order. Wing feathers will be selected half from the left and half from the
right wing, unless specified all from one side. Spike feathers will be utilized. Efforts
are made to match the best quality feathers.
20 Miscellaneous Eagle Feathers: These consist of assorted bald or golden eagle
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feathers and may include various size feathers (such as primaries, secondaries, tail, and
plumes). Quality may vary. Applicants may not customize orders.
May a school request eagle feathers for graduation?
Yes, schools may request eagle feathers to present at graduation to Native American students
who are enrolled members of federally recognized tribes. A representative from the school who
is an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe should apply at the beginning of the school
year under the miscellaneous eagle feather category, which has the shortest turn around time.
More than one representative may apply; however, only one order per applicant (including
requests for feathers for personal use) may be placed or awaiting shipment at a time. Upon
receipt of feathers, applicants may reorder and may continue to do so throughout the year until
the number of feathers needed have been acquired.
How long does it take the Repository to fill orders?
The demand for eagle carcasses, parts, and feathers is high, and supplies are limited. The time
needed to fill requests will vary depending on the items ordered. Estimated time frames for
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