# Health - General (GHG)

## Title 24. Miscellaneous Provisions

### Subtitle 1. Exotic Birds

#### Section 24-102

(a) A person shall hold a permit issued by the Secretary before the person may import, distribute, or breed any exotic bird in this State.

(b) A permit is not required for a person:

  (1) Legally to acquire and keep an exotic bird as a household pet; or

  (2) To import, distribute, or breed any bird that is regulated by any program of the Department of Natural Resources.

(c) A separate permit is required for each facility where a person keeps an exotic bird.

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Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)