Viewed 76k times 17. Waterfowl baiting regulations apply to ducks, geese, swans, coots, and cranes. How do I get rid of ducks from my backyard? The coop is in between the place I am at an the neighbor house. I keep all of my chickens (I have over 150 birds) in their respective pens so that they won't wander over to my neighbors yard and damage flowers or garden beds. Local and state laws govern how you can keep animals in residential areas. Tonight 6 of my chickens are gone and 1 of my pet ducks. Follow Question ... Over the past two year coyotes have killed four of my geese, two ducks, two chickens and my neighbors french bulldog puppy. Active 5 years, 7 months ago. My wife is pregnant and there are young children next door. It depends on whether the duck is 'wild' or not and on the time of year. There are a couple of ducks in my yard (male and female). He says you can't hunt waterfowl with lead shot and I agree. Apparently there must be a problem but I have not noticed anything. Can you shoot geese & ducks over land with lead shot while small gaming? Every apartment complex pond, golf course, park and even some swimming pools can become targeted nesting areas for hens looking to raise ducklings. How can I add my name to the trapper directory? There is no bag limit. Is it illegal to kill coyotes on your own property? The Countryside and Wildlife Act 1981 makes it an offence to intentionally kill, injure, or take any wild bird. Comes from the market hunting days when millions were slaughtered for the markets in the great cities of the Americas. If the Muscovy ducks are yours or they have no identifiable owner and are on your property, Federal regulations allow control by landowners, wildlife management agencies, and tenants, agents, or employees without federal or state permits. As a waterfowl hunter or land manager, it is your responsibility to know and obey all Federal and State laws that govern the sport. Prohibited Acts It is unlawful for any person to discharge a gun in any of the No Shooting Areas. For a list of approved non-toxic shot, see the FWS page. Ducks and geese have been known to think outside the box when it comes to finding a safe place for a nest, while others seem to not be thinking at all. Calling the cops won't work if the thing is in the middle of my pen killing everything. ... if it's on your property, you can shoot it. I think they have come to my backyard to make a nest. No person may take ducks, geese or coots while possessing shot (either shellshots or as loose shot for muzzleloading) other than approved non-toxic shot. What if I shoot it with a 22 Cal just to get it away? When I taught my kids to hunt I didn't let them shoot their first ducks on the water, either, no matter how many they missed in the air. My father and I have been talking about this for a few years. Ask Question Asked 7 years, 11 months ago. State regulations can be more restrictive than Federal regulations. "Restricted Shooting" means a specific designation within a "No Shooting Area" or "No Shooting and No Bow and Arrow Area" wherein it is lawful to discharge a shotgun during hunting season as established by the appropriate Washington State agency. But what about when you are out for rabbits, pheasants etc., you have your duck stamp, and waterfowl happen to fly over in shooting range. I also keep them in their pens because I don't want them digging up my mulch in the flower beds or pooping on my walkways. But if your neighbor's animals are creating a problem, such as a threatening dog which is off leash, or a cat using the kids' sandbox as a litter box, you may decide to take action. If you have any questions about migratory bird regulations, call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 850-488-5878. This brought the great waterfowl populations of North America to near extinction.