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When hunting migratory birds in Canada, what is the maximum number of shells the shotgun (including the magazine and chamber) is permitted to hold?
Federal migratory bird regulations restrict shotguns to a total capacity of 3 shells (usually requiring a plug to be inserted into the magazine).
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Question: When hunting migratory birds in Canada, what is the maximum number of shells the shotgun (including the magazine and chamber) is permitted to hold?
Answer options:
- 2 rounds ✅ 3 rounds
- 5 rounds
- 6 rounds
Correct answer: 3 rounds
Explanation: Federal migratory bird regulations restrict shotguns to a total capacity of 3 shells (usually requiring a plug to be inserted into the magazine).
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