New Mexico Dove Season 2026-27
New Mexico dove season dates start with Apr 1, 2026-Mar 31, 2027. The table below keeps every listed dove row together with zones and notes where available.
Quick answer
New Mexico's listed 2026-27 dove season runs Apr 1, 2026-Mar 31, 2027.
The tables below keep the rest of the listed seasons together by species, with source links back to New Mexico NMDGF.
Dove
Eurasian Collared-Dove
General OTC
Eurasian collared-dove season year-round with unlimited bag limit.
Zone: Statewide
Mourning Dove, White-winged Dove
General
dates not listed
Exact dates not listed in the current data.
Dove season dates available in the Migratory Game Bird Supplement published in summer at wildlife.dgf.nm.gov. Eurasian Collared-Dove: April 1, 2026-March 31, 2027, unlimited bag.
Zone: Statewide
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New Mexico Dove Season FAQ
When does dove season open in New Mexico?
April 1, 2026 is the earliest listed dove opener in New Mexico — general otc eurasian collared-dove runs Apr 1, 2026-Mar 31, 2027. Confirm zone and permit details with New Mexico NMDGF.
What are the 2026-27 dove season dates in New Mexico?
New Mexico lists 1 dove season window: General OTC Eurasian Collared-Dove (Apr 1, 2026-Mar 31, 2027). Always verify against New Mexico NMDGF before hunting.
Do I need a license to hunt dove in New Mexico?
Yes. New Mexico generally requires the appropriate hunting license, and dove hunting may also require tags, permits, stamps, or zone authorizations. Confirm requirements with New Mexico NMDGF.