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In Texas, axis deer hunting regulations require a permit from the Parks and Wildlife Department, and the season is open from September 1 to January 31. Hunters must follow specific bag limits and harvest reporting requirements. Additionally, a landowner's permission is required for hunting on private property.
Required Permits and Licenses
To hunt axis deer in Texas, you need a general hunting license and an Exotic Hunting Permit, which can be obtained from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). The permit fee is $48 for residents and $118 for non-residents. The license is valid for one year from the date of purchase.
Hunting Season and Bag Limits
The axis deer hunting season in Texas is open from September 1 to January 31, with a daily bag limit of one buck. The minimum antler length is 10 inches, and the antlers must be attached to the skull. The minimum harvest requirement is one axis deer per hunter per day.
Reporting Requirements and Harvest Regulations
After harvesting an axis deer, hunters are required to report their harvest within 24 hours to the TPWD’s online reporting system. The report must include the harvest location, date, and description of the deer. Hunters must also follow the TPWD’s harvest regulations, which include mandatory harvest reporting and a requirement to tag the deer within 24 hours.
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