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Coyote Hunting Laws in New Mexico (verify before you hunt)
New Mexico has strong predator-hunting interest and lots of public land. Use this page as a quick checklist, then confirm the current wording in the official New Mexico rules before hunting.
Regulations change. This page is a guide only — not legal advice. Confirm current rules with the governing agency before hunting.
Governing body (New Mexico): New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF).
New Mexico rules checklist (what to verify)
| Rule area | What to confirm | Where to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Classification / season | How coyotes are classified and any season/bag limits | NMDGF regs |
| License | License requirements by method and residency | NMDGF licensing |
| Night hunting / lights | Artificial light rules + any restrictions by area/land type | NMDGF regs |
| Electronic calls | Whether e-callers are allowed and any restrictions | NMDGF regs |
| Public land | Public land / unit restrictions (often stricter) | NMDGF area rules |
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Related state law pages
Official resources (New Mexico)
- New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF): https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/
- Hunting rules & regs: https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/hunting/
- Licenses: https://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/licenses/