Alligator
LWFC approves NOI to extend alligator hunting season to Dec. 31
The LWFC approved a Notice of Intent to extend alligator hunting season to Dec. 31. The extension would apply to both the West and East zones.[…]
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Deer Hunting
Three additional CWD-positive deer found in captive pens
LDWF is alerting the public of three additional chronic wasting disease (CWD) positive captive deer in pens permitted by the LDAF.[…]
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LDWF agents rescue two elderly boaters stranded near Delacroix Island
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents successfully rescued two stranded boaters on Feb. 3 in St. Bernard Parish.[…]
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LDWF Enforcement Division extends application period for next cadet academy
The application period for the LDWF Enforcement Division’s 37th Cadet Academy has been extended until Feb. 9.[…]
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Agents cite subject for over limit of deer in Jackson Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged deer hunting violations in Jackson Parish.[…]
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Agents cite Sterlington man for deer hunting violations in North Louisiana
LDWF enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged deer hunting violations on Jan. 26 in Ouachita and Union parishes.[…]
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Crusel Tract parking area on Maurepas Swamp WMA to close for repairs Feb. 4-6
The Crusel Tract parking area on Maurepas Swamp WMA will be closed Feb. 4-6 for repairs, the LDWF announced.[…]
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Seven subjects cited for hunting migratory game birds over bait in Natchitoches Parish
LDWF enforcement agents cited seven subjects for alleged duck hunting violations in Natchitoches Parish on Jan. 26.[…]
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Agents cite Houma man for fishing violations in Terrebonne Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a subject for alleged fishing violations in Terrebonne Parish.[…]
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Agents cite three subjects for hunting violations in Jefferson Davis Parish
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited three subjects for hunting violations in Jefferson Davis Parish.[…]
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LDWF agents arrest four subjects for public record violations in East Baton Rouge Parish
LDWF enforcement agents arrested four subjects for alleged public record violations on Jan. 27 in East Baton Rouge Parish.[…]
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North Louisiana man sentenced to 20 years after LDWF investigation
A north Louisiana man pleaded guilty and was sentenced in the Second Judicial District Court in Claiborne Parish for wildlife violations.[…]
Hunting
Some 2024-2025 hunting seasons extended due to the recent winter storm
The Wildlife and Fisheries Commission and the Secretary of LDWF, Madison Sheahan, has extended the following resident game hunting seasons.[…]
Ducks
LDWF agents successfully rescue two duck hunters from Henderson Lake during snow storm
LDWF enforcement agents successfully rescued two stranded hunters this morning, Jan. 21, in St. Martin Parish during the winter snow storm.[…]
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LDWF advises the public not to take in wildlife during winter weather event
LDWF would like to remind the public not to take in any wild animals during this weather event. They should remain in their environment.[…]
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Subject arrested for wildlife and drug violations in West Baton Rouge Parish
LDWF enforcement agents arrested a subject for alleged deer hunting and drug possession violations in West Baton Rouge Parish.[…]