ME · Waterfowl
White-fronted Goose (Specklebelly) in Maine hunting regulations.
Hunting regulations change. The information on this page reflects what we know about species presence and hunt availability based on state agency listings. For current season dates, bag limits, weapon restrictions, tag requirements, and reporting obligations, verify directly with Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. You are responsible for confirming current regulations before hunting.
What we know
White-fronted Goose (Specklebelly) is not huntable in Maine. Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife sets season dates, bag limits, and weapon restrictions. Verify with the agency before hunting — Bield Hunt does not yet ship those specifics.
About the species
Greater white-fronted geese ("specklebellies") are mid-sized geese (5-6 pounds) that breed in the Arctic and winter primarily on the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast and the California Sacramento Valley. Their white face mask and barred breast distinguish them from Canadas. Population is healthy and supports moderate hunting.
Most Mississippi and Central Flyway states allow 2-3 specklebellies daily within the goose aggregate. They concentrate in flooded ag fields and prairie wetlands and decoy more readily than Canadas in many situations. Their meat is among the highest-rated of any goose species.
Other waterfowl in Maine
Pattern white-fronted goose (specklebelly) in Maine.
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