Hunting
Merganser (Common, red-breasted, hooded)
Summary for convenience; official FWC rules control. Not legal advice.
Where these rules apply
Santa Rosa Beach is in Zone D, deer management unit D1. Wildlife management areas and military land set their own seasons: see Where to go.
Season and limits
- Season
- Opens Sat, Nov 21
- Open dates
- Nov 21–29Dec 12–Jan 31, 2027
- Bag
- 5 a day per person, 15 in possession
- Also needed
- Hunting license; Migratory bird permit (no cost); Florida waterfowl permit ($5)
- Only non-toxic shot allowed
Source: FWC, Migratory bird seasons and bag limits · last checked Oct 4, 2026
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