When hunting ducks, what is required for a raptor to be used legally?

The use of a raptor for hunting ducks legally requires that falconry be recognized in the state where the hunting is taking place. This means that specific regulations and guidelines must be in place to allow for the hunting of waterfowl using trained raptors. Falconry is regulated at both the state and federal levels, and only in states that have established falconry programs and guidelines is it permissible to hunt ducks with a bird of prey.

Other options do not accurately capture the legal requirements for falconry. For example, a special hunting license may be needed, but it is not the sole requirement nor does it specifically pertain to the legality of using raptors. Summer months are not relevant since hunting seasons for ducks are generally regulated and typically occur during the fall and winter months. Lastly, hunting with a friend is not a legal requirement related to the use of raptors for hunting, but rather pertains to social aspects of hunting activities.