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Illinois Wild Turkey Bag Limits

Complete bag limit guide for wild turkey in Illinois.

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Illinois Wild Turkey Bag Limits

Complete bag limit information for wild turkey in Illinois. Find daily limits, possession limits, and special regulations.

Daily: 1 Season: 2 per year

Wild Turkey

Upland Birds

Illinois bag limits and regulations

Daily Limit

1

per day

Possession Limit

-

at any time

Season Limit

2 per year

per season

Important Notes for Wild Turkey

Spring only; county permits

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Illinois Wild Turkey FAQ

Common questions about wild turkey bag limits in Illinois

What are the wild turkey limits in Illinois?

Illinois wild turkey: daily 1, season 2 per year. Spring only; county permits

Are there Illinois wild turkey rules beyond the headline numbers?

Spring only; county permits

What Illinois-wide rules apply when hunting wild turkey?

Illinois deer hunting requires county-specific permits. Apply early for desired counties.

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Illinois Department of Natural Resources

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