The purpose of the proposed rule amendment is to provide an alternative requirement for banding pen-raised quail that are released on private lands for training bird dogs. Provided the quail are banded or a proof of purchase (dated within the past 90 days) is in the possession of the individual using them, quail may be taken by shotgun for the purpose of dog training. The banding requirement will still apply if the user will attempt to recapture the quail with a trap. The effect would be to reduce handling mortality of pen-raised quail and provide more flexibility in requirements for bird dog trainers on private land.