Hunting Seasons in Malta 2026
| Species / Season | Open Season | Night Hunting | Methods | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Rabbit Season Malta | 09/01 – 01/31 | no | rifle, shotgun | One of the few huntable species in Malta. Ferreting allowed. · Very strict regulation, limited hunting days |
| Quail Season Malta | 09/01 – 12/15 | no | shotgun | Autumn migration. Highly controversial. EU oversight. · Strict EU monitoring, very limited daily bag |
| Woodcock Season Malta | 10/01 – 01/31 | no | shotgun | Winter visitor. Important passage species. · EU Birds Directive, strict quotas |
| Snipe Season Malta | 10/01 – 01/31 | no | shotgun | Passage. Wetlands. · EU Birds Directive |
| Mallard Season Malta | 10/01 – 01/31 | no | shotgun | Limited waterfowl hunting. Passage. · Lead shot banned, strict regulation |
| Teal Season Malta | 10/01 – 01/31 | no | shotgun | Winter visitor. Very limited. · EU Birds Directive, lead shot banned |
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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