1. Beaver, bobcat, coyote, raccoon, sable or marten, skunk, otter, fisher, nutria and muskrat may be propagated, or kept alive in captivity, provided a license shall first be obtained from the department. The fee for the license shall be twenty-five dollars and the license shall be in force during the calendar year in which it was issued. The license is not transferable.

2. Animals propagated or kept alive in captivity pursuant to such license may be disposed of alive for propagation, exhibition, scientific, or educational purposes or they may be killed and pelted at any time, in any manner. Carcasses and pelts of such animals may be possessed, transported, bought or sold at any time.

3. On or after April first, two thousand twelve, the department shall not issue any new licenses pursuant to this section.