Opossum Regulations

Opossum Regulations

Valid Permits

  • Nonresident Furbearer Hunting and Trapping Permit
  • Nonresident Small Game Hunting Permit
  • Resident Archer's Hunting
  • Resident Hunting and Fishing Permit
  • Resident Landowner Archer's Hunting
  • Resident Small Game Hunting Permit
  • Resident Trapping Permit

Season & Limits

Opossum

Primary Season:
Fri, 11/15/2013 - Fri, 01/31/2014
Daily Limit: Any number
Possesion Limit: Any number

Additional Information

Hunting with Dogs

The hunting of furbearers with dogs during daylight hours is prohibited statewide from Nov. 1 through the close of the November portion of the firearms deer season and during the antlerless portion in counties that are open during that portion.

Attention Fur Handlers

The Resident Fur Handlers Permit has been rescinded. Hunters and trappers with valid permits that allow the taking of furbearers may now possess, transport and sell furs throughout the year. Note: Only pelts taken by the permit holder may be possessed.

Detailed Regulations: 
Hunting: General Provisions
Trapping Regulations