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Depredation order

A formal government rule that allows specific actions to be taken to protect property or resources from damage caused by wildlife.

Double-crested cormorant

A common species of water bird known for its diet of fish, which can sometimes come into conflict with human fishing or fish farming activities.

Aquaculture facilities

Places where fish, shellfish, or other aquatic organisms are raised in controlled environments, often for commercial purposes; commonly known as fish farms.

Secretary of the Interior

The head of the U.S. Department of the Interior, a federal agency responsible for managing most federal lands, natural resources, and wildlife conservation programs.

Taking

In wildlife law, 'taking' refers to actions such as hunting, capturing, harassing, or killing a wild animal, or attempting to do so.

Lake manager / Pond manager

An individual who is licensed by a state government to oversee and maintain the health and ecological balance of a privately owned lake or pond.

Original depredation order

Refers to a specific federal regulation (50 CFR 21.47, as it existed on January 1, 2016) that previously allowed for the management of double-crested cormorants at aquaculture facilities.