Mississippi Fishing & Hunting
✓ Verified against official sources · August 18, 2026
License requirements, seasons, bag limits, reciprocity. 1 state-level rule for Mississippi, each linked to its official government source.
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Mississippi Fishing & Hunting License
Mississippi requires license for both. Very liberal deer limits (3-4 bucks depending on zone). Alligator by lottery.
FISHING: License required age 16+ ($10 resident, $68 non-resident). Saltwater license separate. HUNTING: License required ($25 resident, $300 non-resident all-game). Deer: liberal limits - up to 3-4 bucks depending on zone. Turkey: 3 per spring season. ALLIGATOR harvest by lottery. WMA permit for public lands. Hunter education required. Miss. Code §49-7.
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