In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Cooperator” means any person or federal, State or local government agency. “Nuisance birds” means red-winged blackbirds (Agelaius phoeniceus), common grackles (Quiscalus quiscula), brown-headed cowbirds (Molothrus ater), starlings (Sturnus vulgaris), the monk parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus), and exotic species as determined by the Secretary when causing or about to cause economic losses to agriculture in the State.

The Secretary may conduct research to determine population trends or economic losses to agriculture caused by nuisance birds, and may develop and implement a plan of action for their control. The Secretary may demonstrate procedures or render technical assistance for the management of any nuisance birds. Any actions taken by the Secretary will be performed so as to protect human life, domestic animals, and other wildlife. The Secretary shall adopt means and methods of control of nuisance birds.

The Secretary, upon receipt of a complaint of a nuisance bird problem, may make an investigation to determine the degree and type of assistance required. If necessary after the investigation, the Secretary shall recommend approved means and methods of population management.

The Secretary shall cooperate with federal agencies, other State agencies, other states, and other persons in carrying out the duties imposed upon him by this subtitle. Any money received from any cooperator or person shall be deposited in a special nuisance bird fund and be used to defray partially the expense of administering this subtitle.