Maine Firearm Hunter Safety Course Practice Exam

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How can lead poisoning in eagles and other wildlife be prevented?

Hunting only during designated seasons
Using non-lead ammunition and fishing tackle
Avoiding hunting in areas known to be habitats for eagles
Wearing gloves while handling game

The correct answer is: Using non-lead ammunition and fishing tackle

Lead poisoning in eagles and other wildlife can be prevented by using non-lead ammunition and fishing tackle. This is the correct choice because lead is a toxic substance that can be ingested by scavenging animals like eagles when they consume prey that has been shot with lead ammunition or when they ingest fishing tackle made of lead. By using non-lead alternatives, such as copper bullets and non-lead sinkers, hunters can help reduce the risk of lead poisoning in wildlife. Hunting only during designated seasons, avoiding hunting in areas known to be habitats for eagles, and wearing gloves while handling game are important practices for hunting safety overall, but they do not specifically address the prevention of lead poisoning in eagles and other wildlife.