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California Quail Bag Limits

Complete bag limit guide for quail in California.

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California Quail Bag Limits

Complete bag limit information for quail in California. Find daily limits, possession limits, and special regulations.

Daily: 10 Possession: 30

Quail

Upland Birds

California bag limits and regulations

Daily Limit

10

per day

Possession Limit

30

at any time

Season Limit

-

per season

Important Notes for Quail

California, mountain, and Gambels

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California Quail FAQ

Common questions about quail bag limits in California

What are the quail limits in California?

California quail: daily 10, possession 30. California, mountain, and Gambels

Are there California quail rules beyond the headline numbers?

California, mountain, and Gambels

What California-wide rules apply when hunting quail?

California has complex zone regulations. Always verify your specific hunting zone rules.

Quail Limits in Other States

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Official Source

California Department of Fish and Wildlife

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