Tasmania Hunting Regulations
Tasmania offers excellent deer and duck hunting with a well-managed permit system. Property tags are required for deer.
Huntable Species
Game Species
Fallow DeerDuck(various species)Brown Quail
Pest Species
Wallabies (crop protection)PossumsRabbits
Hunting Seasons
Deer Season
February - July (Buck)Doe season July-August
Duck Season
March - JuneDates vary annually
Licensing Requirements
Game Licence
Required for all game species.
Property Tags
Required for deer hunting - allocated to properties.
Firearms Licence
Apply through NT Police.
Land Access
Public Land
Some State Reserves open for hunting. Check individual area rules.
Private Land
Property owner permission and tags required.
Bag Limits
| Species | Daily | Seasonal |
|---|---|---|
| Fallow Deer | As per tags | Tag allocation |
| Duck | 10 | Varies by species |
Official Resources
Always Verify
Regulations change frequently. Always check with official authorities before hunting.