16 U.S.C. § 4907 — Moratoria for species not covered by Convention

(a) In general. The Secretary^* must periodically review trade in exotic-bird species^* that are not listed in any Appendix to the Convention^*. After notice and an opportunity for public comment, the Secretary must establish a moratorium or quota on:

(1) importing a species of exotic birds from one or more countries where the species originates, if the Secretary determines that:

(A) the findings described in section 4905(c)(2), (3), and (4) cannot be made for the species; and
(B) the moratorium or quota is necessary to conserve the species or is otherwise consistent with this chapter’s purpose; or

(2) importing all exotic-bird species from a particular country, if:

(A) the country has not developed and put into effect a general management program for exotic birds in trade that ensures both conservation and humane treatment during capture, transport, and maintenance; and
(B) the Secretary finds that the moratorium or quota is necessary to conserve the species or is otherwise consistent with this chapter’s purpose.

(b) Ending a quota or moratorium. The Secretary must end a quota or moratorium established under subsection (a) if the Secretary finds that the reasons for establishing it no longer exist. This section does not define “Convention” or “Appendix.”