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Wyoming Hunting
In addition to the fantastic views and scenery in Wyoming, you'll find great hunting.  Game birds, trophy game, big game, small game and trapping are all available in Wyoming and help make the state a premier destination for hunters.  The goal of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department is to both conserve wildlife and serve people, a great combination of goals.

In Wyoming you can hunt and trap many species including the following:

Big Game – Pronghorn antelope, deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep and goat.  Also, wild bison, while not technically big game, can be hunted in Wyoming.

Predatory Animals – Coyote, raccoon, porcupine, skunk, jackrabbit, red fox and stray domestic cat can be hunted or trapped without a license year round.

Trophy Game – There are two trophy game species in Wyoming that have hunting season, black bear and mountain lion.  While wolves and grizzly bears are technically trophy game with habitat in Wyoming, there is no open season for these two animals in Wyoming.

Furbearers – Marten, mink, muskrat, weasel, badger, beaver and bobcat fit into this category and are species that one can trap with the proper licenses.

Game Birds & Small Game – Several species of grouse along with chukar, partridge, pheasants and hybrid wild turkey  are the game birds you'll find in Wyoming.  Also, rabbits, hares, fox and squirrels are types of small game you can hunt in Wyoming.

Migratory Game Birds – Waterfowl including dusks and geese can be found in Wyoming. 

While Wyoming is home to a great diversity of hunting species, there are limitations as the state does have protected species.  Protected species include: ferret, fisher, lynx, otter, pika and wolverine.  In addition, all non game birds except predaceous birds are protected. 

As a Wyoming hunter it is your obligation to obtain the proper licenses and permits along with learning the laws and regulations that govern hunting in the state.  Be sure to visit the Wyoming Game and Fish website for further information on species, seasons, licenses and regulations.   

Hunters can hunt on many types of land in Wyoming.  Private land can often be the most optimal if you have proper access.  Consider buying your own Wyoming land for sale!  With many Wyoming hunting properties to choose from, you'll be able to find the perfect home for hunting and other outdoor recreation with help from Dakota Properties.

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