2018-2019 Rails, Gallinules and Moorhens Seasons & Regulations
- Regular Season
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Statewide
Sept. 15 - 30, 2018
Nov. 3 - Dec. 26, 2018 - Falconry
- Statewide Jan. 28 - Feb. 11, 2019
Bag Limits
| Animal | Hunt Type | Daily Bag Limit | Possession Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| King and Clapper Rails | Regular | 15 birds in the aggregate |
45 birds in the aggregate |
| Falconry | 3 birds in the aggregate |
9 birds in the aggregate |
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| Sora and Virginia Rails | Regular | 25 birds in the aggregate |
75 birds in the aggregate |
| Falconry | 3 birds in the aggregate |
9 birds in the aggregate |
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| Moorhens (Common Gallinules) and Purple Gallinules | Regular | 15 birds in the aggregate |
45 birds in the aggregate |
| Falconry | 3 birds in the aggregate |
9 birds in the aggregate |
Hunting Hours
One-half hour before sunrise to sunset.
License Requirements
Hunting License
All migratory game bird hunters must have a valid hunting license.
Texas Migratory Game Bird Stamp Endorsement
Required to hunt any migratory game bird (waterfowl, coot, rail, gallinule, snipe, dove, sandhill crane, and woodcock). A valid Federal Duck Stamp and HIP Certification are also required of waterfowl hunters 16 years of age or older.
Harvest Information Program
When you purchase a hunting license, indicate to the license clerk that you intend to hunt migratory game birds and need to be HIP certified by answering a few simple questions.