California quail and chukar hunting season opens with high expectations
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife anticipates a promising hunting season for California quail and chukar due to an above-average population and favorable nesting conditions following wet winters. The hunting season for various quail species and chukar opens statewide on October 18 and runs through January 25, 2026, with specific daily bag limits and requirements for hunters, including the use of non-lead ammunition.