Steller's Sea Eagle
Haliaeetus pelagicus
In South Carolina
Legal in South Carolina
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General Notes
Legal for falconry in multiple states.
Legal Status in South Carolina
Permit Requirements
South Carolina Falconry Permit + Special Qualifications (Captive-bred only)
Minimum Experience Level
Master
State-Specific Notes
Master falconers only. NOT allowed for Apprentice/General per federal regs. SC allows possession with special qualifications per § 123-170. Not native to South Carolina - captive-bred or legally transferred only. No US wild population. Federally legal per 50 CFR 21.82. Asian sea eagle, larger than white-tailed eagle. Master: unlimited captive-bred. Requires large raptor experience (2 years with eagles or large raptors).
Allowed Experience Levels
Master