Which agencies regulate the transportation and import/export of regulated animals and require appropriate licenses?

• A. The EPA regulates transport and import/export without licenses.
• B. Only the host institution handles transport with no agency oversight.
• C. USDA APHIS licenses and regulates transport; international import/export may involve additional agencies and guidelines.
• D. FDA handles transport licenses for regulated animals.

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that regulating how regulated animals are transported and how international import/export is handled is primarily the job of USDA APHIS under the Animal Welfare Act. APHIS licenses and licenses and oversees the transport of regulated animals, ensuring that movers meet standards for humane handling, appropriate facilities, veterinary care, and overall compliance. When transport crosses borders, APHIS may issue import/export permits and provide guidelines, but international shipments often involve other agencies and additional rules—such as U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service permits for endangered species, U.S. Customs and Border Protection clearance, and international transport standards like IATA guidelines or CITES-related requirements for certain species.

So, this is best explained by APHIS’s licensing and regulatory role for transport, with international shipments sometimes requiring involvement from other agencies and adherence to broader guidelines.