Rule 40-13-2-.16. Exotic Animals and Pet Birds

1. (1) All exotic or pet birds entering Georgia for any purpose require a prior permit number from the Animal Health Section in Atlanta, Georgia at (404) 656-3667.
2. (2) All exotic and pet bird exhibitions and sales are required to have a permit. The exhibition or sale management is responsible for obtaining the permit by contacting the State Veterinarian at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the opening of the exhibition or sale. For additional information, call the State Veterinarian's office at 404-656-3671.

3. (3) The following birds are restricted from entry into Georgia except by special permit from the State Veterinarian:

   1. (a) Java Rice Bird;
   2. (b) Quaker or Monk Parakeet.

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 4-4-1, 4-4-64, 4-4-65, 4-4-80, 4-4-83, 4-7-6, 4-10-7.1.

History. Original Rule entitled "Exotic Animals and Non-Traditional Livestock" adopted. F. Jan. 17, 2003; eff. Feb. 6, 2003.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Exotic and Pet Birds" adopted. F. Sept. 2, 2011; eff. Sept. 22, 2011.