Migratory birds
Teal (early September season)
A short early-season waterfowl window.
A statewide early teal season before the regular duck season opens.
Where
Statewide.
Daily / season limit
6 per day, possession 18.
Season(s) (2026-2027)
- Early teal Sept. 19-27, 2026
License & add-ons
Hunting license + Migratory Game Bird Endorsement + HIP + Federal Duck Stamp (age 16+).
- Migratory Game Bird Endorsement
- HIP certification
- Federal Duck Stamp (16+)
Source to confirm: TPWD Teal
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Hunting rules for teal (early september season) come from Texas Parks & Wildlife. Confirm the season, limits, and your county's rules before you hunt.
- Data vintage:
- Built on the 2026-2027 season
- Last reviewed:
- June 15, 2026
- TPWD Teal - Official TPWD page for this animal
- TPWD Outdoor Annual
- TPWD Seasons by County - County-specific dates and limits
Caution: Seasons, limits, and open counties change every year. The official TPWD pages are the final word.