Comments on: FWC Law Enforcement Report

By: Jane

Jane — Sun, 16 Aug 2015 15:09:39 +0000

Wild hogs are very prolific breeders. One pair can produce offspring and the pair plus their offspring can generate as many as 180-200 hogs in one year. They produce far more young than rabbits, which only produce 2-4 young, and about as many as rats, which breed every 30-31 days, having up to 14 babies.

By: chris in Molino

chris in Molino — Sat, 15 Aug 2015 14:38:24 +0000

Problem is, i don’t believe there are many (if any) hogs where these guys were hunting.
The only sign i have seen near Perdido River was about 5 miles north of the Barrineau Park bridge.

By: Alex A

Alex A — Sat, 15 Aug 2015 14:04:59 +0000

Bob C. Hog hunting is all year in most of the state. Closed in most state forests and parks at times to prevent deer poachers etc. Hogs are destructive, but I think humans are worse

By: Chris

Chris — Sat, 15 Aug 2015 13:29:19 +0000

There is open season year round in Florida for hogs. The issue here is most likely due it being a Wildlife Management Area which was closed at the time.

Below is the State of Florida Hog Hunting Information from the FWC Website:

Wild hog

Statewide

Year-round by all legal rifles, shotguns, muzzleloaders, crossbows, bows and pistols. Hunting license not required. Wild hogs also may be trapped but cannot be transported alive without permit from the Florida Dept. of Agriculture at 850-410-0900. (D)

Bag Limit: No Limits

By: Bob C.

Bob C. — Sat, 15 Aug 2015 12:29:37 +0000

Dang wild hogs are horribly destructive and breed as quickly as rats or rabbits.
Think other neighboring states have an open season on hunting the pests.
Is there any consideration for Florida to open season on these beasts?