Follow the steps to effectively complete the 3 186a Form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your preferred online editor.
2. In section 1, indicate the species of the bird being transferred, acquired, or reported on. Fill in the sex and age of the bird as applicable.
3. Provide the USFWS Band Number in the designated field. Classify the bird's source as either captive-bred or wild. Enter the year of hatch if known.
4. In the sender section, fill in the name of the person transferring the bird, their USFWS Permit Number, and date of transfer. Include their contact address, city, state, and ZIP code.
5. Provide the email address of the sender and specify the USFWS permit type. Select the type of transfer by checking the appropriate box.
6. In the recipient section, repeat similar steps by providing the name and USFWS Permit Number of the person acquiring the bird, along with the date of acquisition.
7. Fill in the recipient’s contact address, city, state, and ZIP code. Include their email address and state the USFWS permit type.
8. Indicate the type of acquisition by checking the relevant option. If applicable, complete the capture or recapture section with the necessary details.
9. If re-banding is required, fill out the old and new band numbers, then select the type of band used.
10. Lastly, sign the certification section, print your name, provide your phone number, and date the form.
11. Once completed, you may save changes to your document, download it, print a copy, or share it as needed.

Start filling out your 3 186a Form online today for a smooth submission process.