Federal, State, and International Wildlife Regulatory Frameworks
Last Updated: April 03, 2026
At E Farms, our operations are defined by a commitment to the rule of law and the ethical stewardship of exotic wildlife. We coordinate with a global network of partner breeders to ensure every transaction satisfies CITES international treaties, USDA animal welfare standards, and USFWS Lacey Act requirements.
We strictly adhere to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Our Exotic Wildlife Legal Compliance protocols ensure:
Domestic operations within our network are held to the highest standards of the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). E Farms ensures that:
Compliance with the Lacey Act is the cornerstone of our domestic logistics. We prohibit the movement of injurious species across state lines and strictly follow “Captive Wildlife Safety Act” (CWSA) guidelines regarding big cats and primates.
Note: It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify local zoning laws and “Dangerous Wild Animal” (DWA) permits for their specific jurisdiction.
In accordance with our Privacy Policy, we maintain rigorous record-keeping for the life of the animal. This includes acquisition histories, health records, and disposition documentation required for federal audits.