§ 20.141 - Definitions.

As used in this subpart:

(a) Nontoxic Shot means any shot-type that does not cause sickness and death when ingested by migratory birds as determined by criteria established under § 20.134. The only nontoxic shot currently approved by the Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is steel shot.

(b) Nontoxic Shot Zones means all land and water areas within the boundaries of the United States where the use of nontoxic shot is required for waterfowl hunting. A zone may be all or part of a county designated and/or established for nontoxic shot use.

(c) Waterfowl means the Anatidae (ducks, geese [including brant], and swans) and coots (Fulica americana).