New Hunting Guidelines for Migratory Birds In Effect

New hunting regulations for migratory game birds went into effect Sept. 1 in accordance with the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s annual guidelines.
The new regulations include an increase in the mallard duck daily bag limit. Hunters may now harvest four mallards a day, with no more than two hens.
The 2023-2024 migratory game bird seasons are scheduled as follows:
*Mourning dove: Sept. 1-Oct. 8, Oct. 30-Nov. 12 and Dec. 18-Jan. 24.
*Sora and Virginia…