Upland birds
Pheasant
A Panhandle and South Plains bird.
A short, region-only season where hens are off-limits.
Where
Only the Panhandle and South Plains counties.
Daily / season limit
3 cocks (males) per day, possession 9. Hens are off-limits.
Season(s) (2026-2027)
- Open counties Dec. 5, 2026 - Jan. 3, 2027
License & add-ons
Hunting license plus the Upland Game Bird Endorsement.
- Upland Game Bird Endorsement
Quirks & things to watch
- Open only in a set list of counties — confirm your county is included.
Source to confirm: TPWD Pheasant
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Seasons, limits & official link ->Official sources
Hunting rules for pheasant 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 Pheasant - 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.
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