### Question
What is the definition of State” means any State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States; [3](#2156_3_target)


(4) the term “animal?


### Answer
The definition of **State” means any State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States; [3](#2156_3_target)


(4) the term “animal** is as follows in *7 U.S.C. § 2156*:

> any live bird, or any live mammal, except man

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2156*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 54-TRANSPORTATION, SALE, AND HANDLING OF CERTAIN ANIMALS**

