Also known as: Wood duck, Carolina duck, summer duck
The wood duck is one of the most colorful waterfowl species in North America and is a common breeding resident in Arkansas. Unlike mallards, wood ducks nest in tree cavities near water. They are found in swamps, beaver ponds, bottomland hardwoods, and along wooded streams throughout the state. Wood ducks are an important species in Arkansas's duck bag, with a sub-limit of 3 within the 6-duck daily bag limit during the regular duck season.
Hunting Season
Three splits: Nov 22 โ Dec 1, Dec 10โ23, Dec 27 โ Jan 31, 2025โ2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Wood Duck in Arkansas
Wood duck hunting follows the general Arkansas duck season: three splits from Nov 22 โ Jan 31. Daily bag limit is 6 ducks total, with a sub-limit of 3 wood ducks. Nontoxic shot required. Federal and state waterfowl stamps required for hunters 16+.
When is Wood Duck hunting season in Arkansas?
Three splits: Nov 22 โ Dec 1, Dec 10โ23, Dec 27 โ Jan 31, 2025โ2026.
What is the bag limit for Wood Duck in Arkansas?
6 ducks total per day. Max 3 wood ducks within the 6-duck limit.
What's another name for Wood Duck?
Wood Duck is also known as Wood duck, Carolina duck, summer duck in Arkansas.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Three splits: Nov 22 โ Dec 1, Dec 10โ23, Dec 27 โ Jan 31, 2025โ2026. | Link |
| Arkansas | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Wood duck hunting follows the general Arkansas duck season: three splits from Nov 22 โ Jan 31. Daily bag limit is 6 duck | Link |
