The 2026-2027 hunting season in Tunisia is set to commence on October 4, 2026. According to the official decree, the season will have different schedules and regulations for various species and regions. The decree aims to protect wildlife by establishing quotas and prohibitions. For small game, the season will run from October 4 to December 6, 2026, and hunting will only be allowed on Sundays and official holidays.
The regulations specify that for small game, including wild hares, partridges, and doves, hunters are allowed a daily quota of two hares and six partridges. The decree also outlines different calendars for large game, such as wild boars and golden wolves, which vary by region. In the North and Center-East zones, the season will end on January 31, 2027, while in several governorates in the South and Center-West, it will continue until March 21, 2027.
The decree also establishes a separate hunting period for waterbirds, pigeons, thrushes, and starlings, which will run from November 22, 2026, to March 28, 2027. Several species, including the Berber deer, gazelles, hyenas, and monk seals, remain strictly protected. Additionally, certain areas are off-limits to hunting, and specific rules apply to large game hunting parties.
The Tunisian National Federation of Hunters' Associations has expressed concerns about the revised regulations, specifically the removal of Article 13, which they claim reduces accessible areas and may increase the risk of accidents among hunters. However, there is no concrete data to support a significant rise in accidents due to this change.
The hunting season regulations have been put in place to ensure the conservation of wildlife and protect endangered species. The authorities have emphasized the importance of adhering to the established quotas and prohibitions to maintain a sustainable balance between hunting activities and environmental protection.
Key dates for the 2026-2027 hunting season in Tunisia include October 4, 2026, for the opening of small game hunting, December 6, 2026, for the closure of this period, January 31, 2027, for the end of large game hunting in the North and Center-East zones, and March 21, 2027, for the continuation of large game hunting in certain areas.
The new hunting season in Tunisia will be closely monitored to assess its impact on wildlife populations and the effectiveness of the implemented regulations. The authorities will likely work to strike a balance between the interests of hunters and the need to protect the country's natural resources.
Key points
- The 2026-2027 hunting season in Tunisia began on October 4, 2026, with specific regulations for various species and regions.
- The season will have different schedules and quotas for small and large game, as well as protected areas and species.
- The authorities aim to conserve wildlife and protect endangered species through the established regulations.
