Game Animal


Any wildlife species legally hunted for food or sport, such as deer, elk, waterfowl, or turkeys.

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The maximum number of a species you can legally harvest in a day or season, helping regulate wild...

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Big Game

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Hunting License

Official authorization from a state wildlife agency to hunt certain species; often requires hunte...

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Quarry

The animal or bird being hunted or pursued in the field.

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Small Game

Generally refers to smaller species like squirrels, rabbits, or upland birds; often requires fewe...

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