| Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
With the population of Mississippi's deer herd rising, MDWFP is calling on hunters to take action to preserve the balance of nature. Looking for a place to hunt? MDWFP has more than 50 Wildlife Management Areas across the state that are open to hunting.
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is committed to conserving and enhancing Mississippi’s wildlife, fisheries, and parks, providing quality outdoor recreation, and engaging the public in natural resource conservation.
Hunting Seasons and Bag Limits | Mississippi Department of Wildlife …
Antlered Buck Deer: The statewide bag limit on antlered buck deer is one (1) buck per day and three (3) per annual season. One (1) of these three (3) may have hardened antlers that do not meet the unit legal antler requirements on private land and Holly Springs National Forest.
5 Types Of Deer Found In Mississippi - WoodsMan Report
White-tailed deer is the most common type of deer found in Mississippi, with a population estimated at over 1 million. Mule deer are less common but can be found throughout Mississippi, mainly in the northern and central parts of the state.
What hunters need to know about the Mississippi deer season …
Sep 3, 2024 · Here's up-to-date information on CWD, deer season dates, bag limits, harvest reporting and more for hunters in Mississippi.
White-Tailed Deer - Mississippi State University Extension Service
In Mississippi, the deer herd is estimated at 1.75 million animals, which is higher on a deer-per-unit-area basis (density) than any other state, and only Texas has a greater number of deer.
Mississippi Deer Forecast: A Great Buck-Harvest Rate Gets …
Mississippi’s Deer Program Coordinator William McKinley expects a great 2024 deer season. While a colder-than-average winter reduced spring whitetail body weights, the herd is still in good condition. Hunters should see a great fall and winter harvest.
Mississippi’s Top Deer Hunting Areas and How to Hunt Them
Mississippi boasts an array of prime deer hunting areas known for their robust white-tailed deer populations. These locations provide lush habitats and ideal conditions for deer to thrive.
White-Tailed Deer Hunting - Mississippi Hunting | eRegulations
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and U.S. Army managed lands are authorized to harvest antlerless deer on days designated by Federal Regulations.
Mississippi deer population likely at record high. Hunters asked …
Mississippi's deer population may be at an all-time high and the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks is asking hunters to help get the population under control by...