Texas Bird Hunting

Seasons Span October 26 – February 23, 2025

Resident License Fees:

$25

Non-Resident License Fees:

$132
5-Day $48

Special Permits:

Upland Game Stamp $7

State Drought Monitor – Upland hunting conditions are often highly dependent upon moisture for both habitat production and bird survival.

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*prior to hunting, always verify all local rules and regulations with the appropriate state agencies because these laws are continually changing and are often area specific



Scaled Quail

Texas Scaled Quail Season

October 26 – February 23, 2025

Limits: 15 per day, 45 possession in aggregate with other quail


Bobwhite Quail

Texas Bobwhite Quail Season

October 26 – February 23, 2025

Limits: 15 per day, 45 possession in aggregate with other quail


Gambel's Quail

Texas Gambel’s Quail Season

October 26 – February 23, 2025

Limits: 15 per day, 45 possession in aggregate with other quail


Woodcock

Texas Woodcock Season

December 18 – January 31, 2025

Limits: 3 per day, 6 possession


Ring-Necked Pheasant

Texas Ring-Necked Pheasant Season

December 7 – January 5, 2025

 Limits: 3 per day, 6 possession

*in select areas

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