{"id":1727,"date":"2025-07-18T12:44:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T12:44:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/?p=1727"},"modified":"2025-08-07T13:56:43","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T13:56:43","slug":"duck-hunting-in-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/duck-hunting-in-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Duck Hunting in Florida: A Comprehensive Guide to Seasons, Strategies, and Spots for 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/waterfowl\/hunt-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission<\/a>&nbsp;reports that Florida boasts &#8220;a hunter success rate that is well above other states in the Atlantic Flyway&#8221; &#8211; but maximizing your chances requires knowing where, when, and how to hunt. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need for the 2025-2026 season: updated regulations, prime hunting locations, licensing requirements, and proven tips to help you fill your bag limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What you&#8217;ll discover in this guide:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current 2025-2026 season dates, bag limits, and regulatory changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best public lands, private opportunities, and guided hunt options across Florida<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step-by-step licensing guide with costs and requirements for residents and non-residents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start with the essential information every duck hunter needs before heading into Florida&#8217;s marshes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><unordered><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#quick-overview-florida-duck-hunting-at-a-glance\">Quick Overview: Florida Duck Hunting at a Glance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#florida-duck-hunting-seasons-2025-2026\">Florida Duck Hunting Seasons 2025-2026<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#florida-duck-hunting-licenses-and-permits\">Florida Duck Hunting Licenses and Permits<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#where-to-hunt-ducks-in-florida\">Where to Hunt Ducks in Florida<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#duck-hunting-success-tips-for-florida\">Duck Hunting Success Tips for Florida<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#more-resources-from-hunting-locator\">More Resources from Hunting Locator<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#the-final-shot\">The Final Shot<\/a><\/li><\/unordered><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quick-overview-florida-duck-hunting-at-a-glance\">Quick Overview: Florida Duck Hunting at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.divebombindustries.com\/blogs\/news\/a-guide-to-the-sunshine-state-ducks-hunting-in-florida-marshes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida&#8217;s position along the Atlantic Flyway<\/a>&nbsp;makes it a premier wintering ground for numerous duck species, with hunting opportunities spanning from Lake Okeechobee&#8217;s vast marshes to North Florida&#8217;s flooded timber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Season Type<\/th><th>Dates<\/th><th>Bag Limits<\/th><th>Key Regulations<\/th><th>Important Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Early Teal Season<\/td><td>TBD (Typically September)<\/td><td>6 teal daily<\/td><td>Blue-winged and green-winged teal only<\/td><td>Separate from regular season<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Regular Duck Season<\/td><td>TBD (Typically Nov-Jan)<\/td><td>6 ducks daily with species restrictions<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/blog\/florida-duck-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 mottled duck limit<\/a><\/td><td>Split season structure<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Youth\/Veteran Days<\/td><td>TBD<\/td><td>Enhanced bag limits<\/td><td>Special eligibility requirements<\/td><td>Outside regular season<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scaup Periods<\/td><td>Variable<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/blog\/florida-duck-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-2 scaup depending on period<\/a><\/td><td>Changes mid-season<\/td><td>&#8220;From November 18-26th and December 9th-January 8th, 1 scaup. This increases to 2 scaup from Jan. 9-28&#8221;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: 2025-2026 dates pending final FWC approval.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalregister.gov\/documents\/2025\/04\/24\/2025-06893\/migratory-bird-hunting-proposed-2025-26-frameworks-for-migratory-bird-hunting-regulations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal framework allows seasons between September 1, 2025, and March 10, 2026<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every Florida duck hunter needs these essential permits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Florida Hunting License<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/locations\/florida\/duck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resident: $17, Non-Resident: $46.50<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Migratory Bird Endorsement<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/locations\/florida\/duck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$5 for all hunters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Federal Duck Stamp<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/regulations\/birds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$28.50 (updated from $25)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hunter Safety Course<\/strong>: Required for all born after June 1, 1975<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/locations\/florida\/duck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Total estimated costs: Residents $50.50, Non-residents $80<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"florida-duck-hunting-seasons-2025-2026\">Florida Duck Hunting Seasons 2025-2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the deal &#8211; we&#8217;re still waiting on FWC to drop the official 2025-2026 dates, but Florida&#8217;s waterfowl seasons follow pretty predictable patterns. They time everything around peak migration periods, which is smart. Unlike&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/florida-turkey-hunting\/\">Florida&#8217;s turkey season<\/a>, duck seasons get reset every year based on how the birds are doing up north and migration timing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"early-teal-season\">Early Teal Season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>September teal season is like a warm-up act before the main show. You&#8217;re targeting blue-winged and green-winged teal when they start their early push south, and honestly? It&#8217;s perfect for getting your shooting eye back after the off-season. Warm weather, plenty of birds, and that special 6-teal bag limit that doesn&#8217;t mess with your regular season quotas. Win-win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"regular-duck-season\">Regular Duck Season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida&#8217;s regular duck season runs November through January<\/a>, but they split it up smart. Early season catches the first wave of migrants, then they pause, then reopen when the real winter crowds show up. It&#8217;s all about being there when the birds are there &#8211; and Florida&#8217;s got that timing down to a science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"special-youth-and-military-days\">Special Youth and Military Days<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These bonus days happen outside regular season with better bag limits and easier rules. Perfect time to get kids started or thank a veteran with some quality marsh time. The hunting community does this right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"florida-duck-hunting-licenses-and-permits\">Florida Duck Hunting Licenses and Permits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-Licenses.png\" alt=\"infographic showing florida duck hunting licenses\" class=\"wp-image-3464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-Licenses.png 512w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-Licenses-200x300.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting licensed in Florida is straightforward &#8211; here&#8217;s exactly what you need and what you&#8217;ll pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"florida-hunting-licenses\">Florida Hunting Licenses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>License Type<\/th><th>Cost<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><th>Who Needs It<\/th><th>Where to Buy<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Annual Resident<\/td><td>$17<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><td>Florida residents<\/td><td>GoOutdoorsFlorida.com, tax collectors<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annual Non-Resident<\/td><td>$46.50<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><td>Out-of-state hunters<\/td><td>Online, sporting goods stores<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5-Day Non-Resident<\/td><td>$17<\/td><td>5 consecutive days<\/td><td>Short-term visitors<\/td><td>Same locations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gold Sportsman<\/td><td>$79<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><td>All-inclusive option<\/td><td>Includes most endorsements<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pro tip: If you&#8217;re hunting multiple species in Florida, that Gold Sportsman license pays for itself. It covers the migratory bird endorsement plus other permits you&#8217;d buy separately anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"waterfowl-specific-permits\">Waterfowl-Specific Permits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll need the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/regulations\/birds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$5 Florida Waterfowl Permit<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/regulations\/birds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$28.50 Federal Duck Stamp<\/a>&nbsp;on top of your hunting license. Grab them online at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com or any decent sporting goods store. That Federal Duck Stamp isn&#8217;t just bureaucracy &#8211; it actually funds real conservation work that keeps the ducks coming back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-hunt-ducks-in-florida\">Where to Hunt Ducks in Florida<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-Locations.png\" alt=\"infographic showing top spots for florida duck hunting\" class=\"wp-image-3463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-Locations.png 512w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-Locations-200x300.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Florida&#8217;s got something for everyone, from free public access to high-end guided experiences. Here&#8217;s where the action is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-public-duck-hunting-areas\">Best Public Duck Hunting Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/waterfowl\/hunt-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Florida makes public waterfowl hunting accessible<\/a>&nbsp;across tons of Wildlife Management Areas and public waters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>North Florida:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge &#8211; This is the gold standard for coastal waterfowl habitat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apalachicola WMA &#8211; Massive marshlands and flooded timber that&#8217;ll blow your mind<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lake Talquin &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/regulations\/birds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Open daily during regular season<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Central Florida:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lake Kissimmee &#8211; Shallow water paradise for diving ducks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three Lakes WMA &#8211; Mixed habitat means mixed bag opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bull Creek WMA &#8211; Less crowded, easier access than the famous spots<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>South Florida:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Everglades WMA &#8211; You&#8217;ll find species here you can&#8217;t hunt anywhere else, including mottled ducks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Holey Land WMA &#8211; Ring-necked ducks and teal love this place<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lake Okeechobee &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.divebombindustries.com\/blogs\/news\/a-guide-to-the-sunshine-state-ducks-hunting-in-florida-marshes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Incredible diversity: diving ducks, canvasbacks, lesser scaup, teal, ring-necked ducks, and mottled ducks<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"guided-duck-hunts\">Guided Duck Hunts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">North Florida outfitters run half-day hunts for $250 per person<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; honestly great value when you consider what you get. These guys know exactly where the birds are, they&#8217;ve got all the gear dialed in, and their dogs actually retrieve your ducks instead of playing in the water.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You&#8217;ll need a $125 deposit per person with a 2-person minimum<\/a>, and most outfitters can hook you up with lodging for multi-day trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to go it alone? Check out our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/public-hunting-land\/state\/florida\">public hunting lands guide<\/a>&nbsp;for the real scoop on access points and hunting pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"private-land-duck-hunting\">Private Land Duck Hunting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s where things get interesting. Private land means no crowds, better habitat management, and you hunt when you want to hunt. Hunting Locator connects you directly with Florida landowners who&#8217;ve got prime waterfowl spots. Season-long lease or just a weekend &#8211; whatever works for your schedule and budget. We&#8217;ve got hundreds of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/leases\/state\/florida\">Florida properties<\/a>&nbsp;with proven duck habitat, from Panhandle timber to managed Okeechobee marshes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"duck-hunting-success-tips-for-florida\">Duck Hunting Success Tips for Florida<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-tips.png\" alt=\"infographic showing florida duck hunting tips\" class=\"wp-image-3462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-tips.png 512w, https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Florida-Duck-Hunting-tips-200x300.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Florida duck hunting isn&#8217;t like anywhere else. Subtropical weather, tidal influences, different species &#8211; you&#8217;ve got to adapt your game. Here&#8217;s what actually works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Master the Tides<\/strong>: Coastal hunting lives and dies by tidal timing. Ducks move with the water levels, period. Get this wrong and you&#8217;ll sit in an empty marsh wondering where all the birds went.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tone Down Your Calling<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.evergladeshuntinglodge.com\/everglades-duck-hunting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Most Florida duck species don&#8217;t respond well to aggressive calling<\/a>. They&#8217;re more about location, hunting pressure, and how your spread looks than how loud you can blow that call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bring the Right Ammo<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shot sizes #2, #3, and #4 are your best bet for North Florida<\/a>. Big #2 for long shots on big ducks, #4 for teal and close work. Simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Add Motion to Your Spread<\/strong>: Florida&#8217;s calm conditions make motion decoys absolutely deadly.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Guides use massive spreads with multiple motion decoys<\/a>&nbsp;because when there&#8217;s no wind, you&#8217;ve got to create your own action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Watch the Weather Up North<\/strong>:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.evergladeshuntinglodge.com\/everglades-duck-hunting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">When it gets nasty up north, ducks flood into Florida&#8217;s marshes, lakes, and flooded fields<\/a>. Monitor northern weather patterns &#8211; that&#8217;s your migration forecast right there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Target Unique Species<\/strong>: Florida&#8217;s got mottled ducks and whistling ducks you can&#8217;t hunt most other places. Learn to identify these birds and you&#8217;ll have stories nobody else can tell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-resources-from-hunting-locator\">More Resources from Hunting Locator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Florida hunting doesn&#8217;t stop with duck season. Here&#8217;s what else you should know about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/hog-hunting-in-florida\/\">Florida Hog Hunting Guide<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; Year-round action with no bag limits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/quail-hunting-in-florida\/\">Quail Hunting in Florida<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; Some of the best bobwhite hunting in the Southeast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/hunting-lease-agreement\/\">Hunting Lease Agreements<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; Know what you&#8217;re signing before you sign it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/public-hunting-land\/state\/florida\">Florida Public Hunting Lands<\/a>&nbsp;&#8211; Complete WMA directory with real access details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to lock down your own duck hunting spot? Browse our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/land-for-sale\/state\/florida\">Florida hunting properties<\/a>&nbsp;or find lease options that actually fit your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1754574872889\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">When does duck season start in Florida 2025?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>We&#8217;re waiting on FWC to release the official dates, but Florida duck season typically kicks off in late November.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalregister.gov\/documents\/2025\/04\/24\/2025-06893\/migratory-bird-hunting-proposed-2025-26-frameworks-for-migratory-bird-hunting-regulations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal framework allows states to set seasons between September 1, 2025, and March 10, 2026<\/a>. Check FWC&#8217;s website late summer for the exact dates.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1754574883933\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How much does a non-resident Florida duck hunting license cost?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/locations\/florida\/duck\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You&#8217;re looking at $80 total for non-residents: Non-Resident Hunting License ($46.50), Florida Migratory Bird Endorsement ($5), and Federal Duck Stamp ($28.50)<\/a>. The 5-day non-resident license ($17) saves you money if you&#8217;re just making a quick trip.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1754574898489\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the bag limit for ducks in Florida?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Six ducks daily, but pay attention to species limits.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/blog\/florida-duck-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You can only take 1 mottled duck (Florida duck)<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/captainexperiences.com\/blog\/florida-duck-season\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scaup limits change mid-season &#8211; 1 scaup from November 18-26th and December 9th-January 8th, then 2 scaup from January 9-28<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1754574911551\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need a boat for duck hunting in Florida?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Not required, but it opens up way more opportunities in Florida&#8217;s massive wetland systems.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">You can hunt from boats or land blinds depending on tides and weather<\/a>. Plenty of successful hunts happen from shore blinds and wade-in spots, and some WMAs have boat launches.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1754574932269\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can you hunt ducks on Sunday in Florida?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. Florida allows duck hunting seven days a week during open season.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/regulations\/birds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Legal shooting hours are half-hour before sunrise to half-hour after sunset<\/a>. Some specific WMAs might have restricted days, so double-check area regulations<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1754574953597\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What shot size is best for duck hunting in Florida?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/floridaducks.com\/products\/duck-hunt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#2, #3, and #4 shot work best for North Florida duck hunting<\/a>. Use #2 for bigger ducks at distance, #4 for teal and close shots. Remember &#8211; all shot must be non-toxic per federal law.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-final-shot\">The Final Shot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Florida duck hunting success comes down to three things: knowing the rules, picking the right spots, and adapting to subtropical conditions. Whether you&#8217;re hitting public WMAs, booking guided hunts, or securing private land access, Florida delivers exceptional waterfowl opportunities for every skill level and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time to get moving: secure your licenses, scout your areas, and watch for FWC to drop those season dates this summer.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/myfwc.com\/hunting\/waterfowl\/hunt-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">With Florida posting some of the highest hunter success rates in the Atlantic Flyway<\/a>, your next great duck hunting adventure is waiting in Florida&#8217;s incredible wetlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hunt ducks in Florida successfully with the season dates, regs, and info in this guide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1734,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1727","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hunting-seasons"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1727","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1727"}],"version-history":[{"count":24,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1727\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3503,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1727\/revisions\/3503"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1734"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1727"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1727"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/huntinglocator.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1727"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}