Texas’ quail hunting season begins this Saturday, November 1, marking a shift from last year’s late October opener. The state’s quail populations, particularly bobwhite quail in the Rolling Plains and South Texas, show encouraging increases, with South Texas reporting an average of 12.7 birds per route—up significantly from 9.13 last year, positioning this season as potentially fruitful for hunters.
In the Rolling Plains, a surge to 16.5 birds per route from just 3.43 last year signals a robust outlook as well. Areas like Brooks, Kenedy, and Willacy counties are noted for strong bird numbers. Additionally, the addition of Teacup Mountain Wildlife Management Area to public hunting possibilities offers an expansive venue for avid hunters on over 11,000 acres alongside sustainable wildlife management efforts.
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