Decision Tree

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If you want to interact with native animals or plants in South Australia and are unsure whether you need a permit, or what sort of permit you need, answering the questions on this online tool will guide you to the right place.

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What sort of wildlife permit types are there?

There are several wildlife permit types you can apply for. Permits can be obtained to allow you to keep, sell, give away, display, rescue, farm, hunt, manage or interact in some other way with native animals. Permits can also be issued if you wish to collect native plant materials.

In some instances, you may not need a permit but may need to follow conditions, such as guidelines or a code of conduct.

If in doubt, contact us

The advice provided through this online tool acts as a guide only; further queries can be resolved by contacting us.

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Department for Environment and Water acknowledges Aboriginal people as the First Peoples and Nations of the lands and waters we live and work upon and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge and respect the deep spiritual connection and the relationship that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have to Country.

The Department works in partnership with the First Peoples of South Australia and supports their Nations to take a leading role in caring for their Country.