LEG
BAND RECOVERIES
1-800-327-BAND
Federal (US Fish and Wildlife Service)
leg bands recovered by hunters can now be reported by calling
1-800-327-BAND (2263) or reported on the internet
(see below). Some bands have the 1-800 number imprinted on them
and others do not. However, ALL U.S. FISH AND
WILDLIFE SERVICE BANDS CAN BE REPORTED USING THIS NUMBER OR VIA THE
INTERNET.
You will be asked for the following information:
- band number (you keep the band)
- species of bird
- hunter's name and address
- date and location of harvest
(should include county and direction and distance to nearest town).
To report a band by phone call Toll Free:
1-800-327-2263.
To report a band via the internet, visit
www.reportband.gov.
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