Also known as: Wilson's snipe, Jacksnipe
Wilson's snipe is a small, stocky shorebird. The generic name Gallinago is Neo-Latin for a woodcock or snipe from Latin gallina, "hen" and the suffix -ago, "resembling". The specific name delicata is Latin for "dainty".
Hunting Season
Oct 17 - Jan 31.
Bag Limit: 8 per day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Common Snipe in California
Common snipe (Wilson's snipe) hunting season in California runs Oct 17 through Jan 31. HIP validation is required. Nonlead ammunition is required. Snipe are found in marshy areas, wet meadows, and agricultural wetlands throughout the state.
When is Common Snipe hunting season in California?
Oct 17 - Jan 31.
What is the bag limit for Common Snipe in California?
8 per day.
What is another name for Common Snipe?
Common Snipe is also known as Wilson's snipe, Jacksnipe in California.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Oct 17 - Jan 31. | Link |
| California | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Common snipe (Wilson's snipe) hunting season in California runs Oct 17 through Jan 31. HIP validation is required. Nonle | Link |
