Also known as: Timberdoodle, Bogsucker, Wood snipe
The American woodcock, sometimes colloquially referred to as the timberdoodle, mudbat, becasse, bogsucker, brush snipe, night partridge, or Labrador twister is a small shorebird species found primarily in the eastern half of North America. Woodcocks spend most of their time on the ground in brushy, young-forest habitats, where the birds' brown, black, and gray plumage provides excellent camouflage.
Hunting Season
Typically Oct - Dec (follows federal framework, varies annually). Check current SD GFP and USFWS regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting American Woodcock in South Dakota
American woodcock hunting in South Dakota follows federal migratory bird regulations. Seasons are set within the USFWS framework and typically fall in October through December. A Small Game License, habitat stamp, and federal Harvest Information Program (HIP) registration are required.
When is American Woodcock hunting season in South Dakota?
Typically Oct - Dec (follows federal framework, varies annually). Check current SD GFP and USFWS regulations.
What is the bag limit for American Woodcock in South Dakota?
Federal bag limit: 3 woodcock per day. Possession limit varies.
What's another name for American Woodcock?
American Woodcock is also known as Timberdoodle, Bogsucker, Wood snipe in South Dakota.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Typically Oct - Dec (follows federal framework, varies annually). Check current SD GFP and USFWS regulations. | Link |
| South Dakota | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | American woodcock hunting in South Dakota follows federal migratory bird regulations. Seasons are set within the USFWS f | Link |
