Missouri Department of Conservation

Nongame Species Regulations

Nongame Species Regulations

Know the regulations for some of Missouri's nongame fish and aquatic species.

Nongame Fish Regulations

Missouri's nongame fish include bluegill, green sunfish, carp, carpsuckers, suckers, buffalo, drum, gar and all other species other than those defined as game fish or listed as endangered. More

Frog Regulations

Bullfrog and green frog season opens at sunset June 30 and runs through Oct. 31. You can take them by a variety of methods using a small game or fishing permit. Daily limit is eight combined total of both species; 16 in possession. More

Turtle Regulations

Browse Missouri turtle regulations for methods, seasons, limits and species on the Do Not Harvest list. More

Mussel and Clam Regulations

Browse Missouri mussel and clam regulations for methods, seasons and limits. More
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