American Mink

AR American Mink Hunting Guide

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Also known as: Mink

The American mink is a semi-aquatic carnivorous mammal found throughout Arkansas along rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands. Smaller and more slender than river otters, minks are excellent swimmers with partially webbed feet and dense, water-repellent fur. They feed on fish, crayfish, frogs, and small mammals. In Arkansas, mink are classified as furbearers with hunting and trapping seasons from September through February.

Hunting Season

Sept 1, 2025 โ€“ Feb 28, 2026. Daytime only.

Bag Limit: No bag limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Regulations for hunting American Mink in Arkansas

American mink may be hunted in Arkansas from Sept 1 โ€“ Feb 28. Daytime only. No bag limit. Trapping season: Nov 9 โ€“ Feb 28.

When is American Mink hunting season in Arkansas?

Sept 1, 2025 โ€“ Feb 28, 2026. Daytime only.

What's another name for American Mink?

American Mink is also known as Mink in Arkansas.

References

State Category Directory Subcategory Content Source
Arkansas Hunting Regulations Season Dates Sept 1, 2025 โ€“ Feb 28, 2026. Daytime only. Link
Arkansas Hunting Regulations Regulations American mink may be hunted in Arkansas from Sept 1 โ€“ Feb 28. Daytime only. No bag limit. Trapping season: Nov 9 โ€“ Feb 2 Link