I hunt and live in Montana, I live in the Bitterroot valley and I have recently noticed a large amount of quail around. They are not bob whites, I believe they are California quail (Callipepla californica). My question is what is the rules on hunting these species? On montanas FWP website they are listed as a prohibited species http://fwp.mt.gov/fishAndWildlife/species/exotics/prohibited.html
does this mean that they can be hunted? They are not listed in the upland bird regulations and a prohibited species only lists that they may not be possessed, sold, purchased, exchanged, or transported in the state. I was wondering if anyone could enlighten me on what the status of hunting them is?
thanks
samson
does this mean that they can be hunted? They are not listed in the upland bird regulations and a prohibited species only lists that they may not be possessed, sold, purchased, exchanged, or transported in the state. I was wondering if anyone could enlighten me on what the status of hunting them is?
thanks
samson