Yes, keeping roadkill in Chile is legal under strict conditions, primarily governed by the Ley de Caza (Hunting Law) and Reglamento de Protección de la Fauna Silvestre. The 2023 amendments to Decreto 5 (2026 compliance framework) permit retrieval for non-commercial purposes if reported to the Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero (SAG) within 24 hours. Species protected under CITES or endangered lists remain off-limits.
Key Regulations for Keeping Roadkill in Chile
- Reporting Mandate: Roadkill must be declared to SAG via their Plataforma de Denuncia de Fauna Silvestre (2026 digital system) to avoid penalties under Ley 20.962 (Wildlife Protection Act).
- Permitted Use: Only for personal consumption or non-commercial purposes; commercial trade violates Decreto 5 and risks fines up to 1,000 UTM (~$85,000 USD).
- Species Restrictions: Native or migratory birds, mammals listed in DS 5/2019 (e.g., Pudu pudu), or CITES-protected species cannot be kept, even if deceased.