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58 Pa. Code § 147.242. Safety.

§ 147.242. Safety.

 (a)  Cage construction shall be sufficiently strong to contain exotic wildlife and protect the animals from injury from other specimens held. A cage considered unsafe by Commission personnel shall be reconstructed as directed. Reconstruction shall be completed and approved within 10 days after official notification, or before new animals are placed in the cage.

 (b)  It is unlawful to exhibit exotic wildlife to the public, except a private showing for prospective customers or personal friends.

 (c)  Exotic wildlife may not be removed from cages or directly exposed to the public.

Authority

   The provisions of this §  147.242 issued under the act of June 3, 1937 (P. L. 1225, No. 316) (34 P. S. § §  1311.101—1311.1502) (Repealed); and Game and Wildlife Code, 34 Pa.C.S. § §  101—2965.

Source

   The provisions of this §  147.242 adopted June 19, 1987, effective July 1, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 2464.

Cross References

   This section cited in 58 Pa. Code §  147.262 (relating to restrictions).



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