Also known as: Blue goose (blue morph)
The snow goose (Anser caerulescens) is a migratory waterfowl species that winters in North Carolina's coastal areas. It occurs in two color morphs: white (snow) with black wingtips, and blue (blue goose) with a white head and dark body. Both morphs have pink bills and legs. Adults weigh 4-7 pounds with a wingspan of 52-56 inches. Snow geese are herbivorous, feeding on roots, grasses, grains, and aquatic plants, often in large flocks. They are known for their spectacular flock formations during migration and foraging. In North Carolina, the regular snow goose season runs from October 24 to February 7, with a daily bag limit of 25 and no possession limit. A Conservation Order season extends from February 9 to March 31 with no bag limits and expanded hunting methods.
Habitat & Range
Snow geese winter in North Carolina's coastal marshes, agricultural fields, and impoundments. They are most commonly found in the eastern part of the state, particularly in the Tidewater and Coastal Plain regions.
Hunting Season
Regular: Oct 24 – Feb 7. Conservation Order: Feb 9 – Mar 31 (by permit, no bag limit).
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Snow Goose in North Carolina
Snow goose hunting includes a regular season (Oct 24-Feb 7, 25 daily) and a Conservation Order season (Feb 9-Mar 31, no limits, expanded methods). A free Conservation Order permit is required for the extended season. A federal duck stamp and HIP number are required for the regular season.
When is Snow Goose hunting season in North Carolina?
The hunting season for Snow Goose in North Carolina is: Regular: Oct 24 – Feb 7. Conservation Order: Feb 9 – Mar 31 (by permit, no bag limit).
What is the bag limit for Snow Goose in North Carolina?
The bag limit for Snow Goose in North Carolina is: Regular: 25 per day, no possession limit. Conservation Order: No limit.
What's another name for Snow Goose?
Snow Goose is also known as Blue goose (blue morph) in North Carolina.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Regular: Oct 24 – Feb 7. Conservation Order: Feb 9 – Mar 31 (by permit, no bag limit). | Link |
| North Carolina | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Snow goose hunting includes a regular season (Oct 24-Feb 7, 25 daily) and a Conservation Order season (Feb 9-Mar 31, no | Link |
