Hunting Seasons in Cyprus 2026
| Species / Season | Open Season | Night Hunting | Methods | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Hare Season Cyprus | 11/01 – 01/31 | no | rifle, shotgun | Limited season. Hunting only permitted on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. · Permitted days only, daily bag limit applies |
| Wild Rabbit Season Cyprus | 11/01 – 01/31 | no | rifle, shotgun | Hunting with shotgun and dogs. Limited daily bag. · Permitted hunting days only |
| Woodcock Season Cyprus | 11/01 – 02/15 | no | shotgun | Important passage species in Cyprus. Winter hunting. · EU Birds Directive, daily bag limit |
| Quail Season Cyprus | 10/15 – 12/15 | no | shotgun | Autumn migration. Limited daily bag. · EU Birds Directive, strict quotas |
| Francolin Season Cyprus | 11/01 – 01/15 | no | shotgun | Black francolin, endemic population in Cyprus. Popular local hunting. · Strict quotas, protected areas apply |
| Collared Dove Season Cyprus | 11/01 – 02/15 | no | shotgun | Common in Cyprus. Stand and decoying. · Hunting law, daily bag limit |
| Wood Pigeon Season Cyprus | 11/01 – 02/15 | no | shotgun | Winter passage and resident birds. · Hunting law |
Note: Summary from the HuntKit hunting seasons database (as of 2026-08-02). Seasons may vary regionally and change at short notice — the official regulations of the respective country/state prevail. Not legal advice.
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