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Coyote Hunting Laws in Mississippi (2026)
Coyotes are commonly treated as nuisance predators in Mississippi, but licensing, methods, and area rules still matter. Verify before you hunt.
Last checked: 2026-04-30. Regulations change, confirm with official sources below.
Not legal advice. This page is a practical guide. Always verify current Mississippi regulations and any WMA-specific rules.
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Mississippi rules checklist (what to verify)
| Rule area | What to confirm | Confirm with |
|---|---|---|
| Classification | Nuisance/pest status, any limits, any reporting requirements | MDWFP regs |
| License | Required license/permit for hunting vs trapping, residency rules | MDWFP licensing |
| Methods | Allowed weapons and any seasonal overlaps | MDWFP hunting regs |
| Night hunting | Artificial light, NV/thermal rules, and area restrictions | MDWFP + area rules |
| Land access | Private permission + WMA/public land restrictions | MDWFP area rules |
Gear that matches the intent (and stays relevant)
If your local rules allow night hunting and lights, these are the next-step guides:
Best lights for coyote hunting at night
Best coyote calls (buyer guide)
Related state law pages
Official resources (Mississippi)
- MDWFP wildlife & hunting portal: https://www.mdwfp.com/wildlife-hunting/
- General hunting rules & regulations: https://www.mdwfp.com/wildlife-hunting/general-hunting-rules-regulations
- Hunting seasons & bag limits: https://www.mdwfp.com/wildlife-hunting/hunting-seasons-and-bag-limits
- Furbearing & trapping regulations: https://www.mdwfp.com/wildlife-hunting/furbearing-and-trapping-regulations
- Mississippi hunting digest/regulations (PDF mirror): https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/25MSAB-LR.pdf