Steller's Sea Eagle
Haliaeetus pelagicus
In Illinois
Legal in Illinois
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General Notes
Legal for falconry in multiple states.
Legal Status in Illinois
Permit Requirements
Illinois Falconry Permit + Experience Documentation
Minimum Experience Level
Master
State-Specific Notes
Master falconers only. NOT allowed for Apprentice (1590.80(a)) or General (1590.80(b)). REQUIREMENTS: Experience documentation plus 2 letters of reference required (1590.80(c)(3)). MAX 3 EAGLES: Golden eagles, white-tailed eagles, and Steller's sea eagles in aggregate. Not native to US - captive-bred only. No US wild population. Federally legal per 50 CFR 21.82. Master: max 5 wild birds total (eagle counts toward limit).
Allowed Experience Levels
Master