Also known as: Muskrat, Rat (colloquial)
The muskrat or common muskrat is a medium-sized semiaquatic rodent.
Hunting Season
Trapping: typically Nov 1 - Jan 31.
Bag Limit: No limit for trapping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Muskrat in South Dakota
Muskrat trapping in South Dakota runs during the furbearer trapping season (Nov 1-Jan 31). Muskrats are abundant in marshes, ponds, and wetlands throughout the state. A trapping license and habitat stamp are required.
When is Muskrat hunting season in South Dakota?
Trapping: typically Nov 1 - Jan 31.
What is the bag limit for Muskrat in South Dakota?
No limit for trapping.
What's another name for Muskrat?
Muskrat is also known as Muskrat, Rat (colloquial) in South Dakota.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Trapping: typically Nov 1 - Jan 31. | Link |
| South Dakota | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Muskrat trapping in South Dakota runs during the furbearer trapping season (Nov 1-Jan 31). Muskrats are abundant in mars | Link |
