Mississippi Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Mississippi.
Mississippi Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Mississippi. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
2 species
Game Birds
7 species
Fish Species
3 species
Total Species
14
Big Game
2 species in Mississippi
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per license held | Liberal doe days; 3 buck limit |
| Wild Hog | No limit | - | - | Year-round; major pest |
Upland Birds
3 species in Mississippi
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 3 per year | Gobblers only |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
| Quail | 8 | 16 | - | Limited native populations |
Fish
3 species in Mississippi
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 10 | - | - | 14" minimum private waters | - |
| Crappie | 30 | - | - | No minimum | - |
| Channel Catfish | No limit | - | - | - | - |
Mississippi Special Notes
Mississippi Delta region offers excellent waterfowl. Check WMA-specific rules.
Mississippi Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 14 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- White-tailed Deer
- Wild Hog
- Wildlife Agency
- Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Mississippi Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Mississippi
What is the deer bag limit in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per license held. Liberal doe days; 3 buck limit
What are the headline fishing limits in Mississippi?
Top species in Mississippi: Largemouth Bass 10/day (14" minimum private waters); Crappie 30/day (No minimum); Channel Catfish No limit/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Mississippi-specific regulations to flag?
Mississippi Delta region offers excellent waterfowl. Check WMA-specific rules.
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