TX · Waterfowl
Goldeneye (Common / Barrow's) in Texas 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 Texas Parks and Wildlife. You are responsible for confirming current regulations before hunting.
What we know
Goldeneye (Common / Barrow's) is general season in Texas. Texas Parks 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
Common goldeneye and Barrow's goldeneye are mid-sized diving ducks that breed in tree cavities across the boreal forest. Drakes display white-and-black plumage with a circular white patch on the cheek (common) or a comma-shaped patch (Barrow's). They winter on coastal bays and large inland lakes throughout the US.
Bag limits typically include goldeneyes within the aggregate duck bag. They're commonly encountered on big water during late season. Their tendency to dive at the moment of the shot has earned them the nickname "whistler" for the wing-beat sound — but they call little, so most hunters spot them on the wing rather than hear them coming.
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Pattern goldeneye (common / barrow's) in Texas.
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