Duck hunting
The 2024 Duck Open Season in South Australia is now closed.
Find out about the general conditions that applied in the 2024 Open Season.
Hunting permit
A duck hunting permit is required to take/hunt duck during an open season. Duck hunters are required to pass the Waterfowl Identification Test to obtain a permit.
Mandatory Hunting Survey
2024 open season hunting permit holders are required to complete the 2024 Hunting Survey within 30 days of the conclusion of the open season. This survey provides useful information on the abundance of particular species that can provide indications of waterfowl population and distributions valuable for informing the declaration of future open seasons. To complete your 2024 Hunting survey please find the form in your permit documents or complete the online survey.
