Alligator hunting regulations

Alligator hunting in Florida is regulated to ensure sustainable populations. Hunters must obtain a state permit and follow specific season dates, usually overseen by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Hunting is restricted to designated areas and times, often with guidelines on equipment and methods to prevent cruelty. There are size and tag limits—typically, hunters receive a permit with a tag for each alligator they can legally harvest. Harvest must be reported, and alligators must be properly handled and tagged to ensure compliance. These regulations promote responsible harvesting and conservation of alligator populations.