New York State’s duck season for 2024-2025 will run from September 21, 2024, to January 18, 2025. The daily bag limit is six ducks, and the possession limit is 18. Only mallards, black ducks, wood ducks, and teal may be taken.
Duck hunting is a popular sport in New York State, and it provides a valuable source of recreation for many residents. It also helps to control duck populations and reduce crop damage. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) sets the duck hunting season dates and bag limits each year based on the results of annual waterfowl surveys.