Bield:Hunt
Small Game

Crow
hunting regulations.

Huntable in 48 states — 48 with general season. Click any state for the state-specific page.

American crows are widespread and intelligent corvids that cause significant ag damage in some regions, particularly to corn, fruit, and small livestock operations. Migratory across the Northern range, resident populations across the South. Their alarm calls also impact other game — when crows fire up at a hunter or coyote, every deer within earshot knows.

Most states with significant crow populations run seasons under federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act framework (typically 124 days, often split fall and spring). Decoys, calling, and pass-shooting at flight lines are the dominant techniques. Bag limits are often generous. Texas, California, and Oklahoma have the most active crow-hunting communities.

Verify before hunting

Hunting regulations change. The information on this page reflects what we know about species presence and hunt availability based on state agency listings. For current season dates, bag limits, weapon restrictions, tag requirements, and reporting obligations, verify directly with your state wildlife agency. You are responsible for confirming current regulations before hunting.

Where crow can be hunted

48 states

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