New York is part of the Atlantic Flyway, one of four major migratory bird corridors in North America. The 2025–2026 waterfowl season runs from September 1 through January 25, 2026, with 47 distinct season segments covering ducks, geese, coots, and other migratory game birds. Season dates and bag limits are set annually by the Department of Environmental Conservation within frameworks established by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
| Segment | Opens | Closes | Daily Bag | Possession |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September Canada Goose | Sep 1 | Sep 25 | 15 | 45 |
| Regular Canada Goose - Split 1 | Oct 11 | Nov 30 | 3 | 9 |
| Regular Canada Goose - Split 2 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | 3 | 9 |
| Segment | Opens | Closes | Daily Bag | Possession |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Zone Duck Season - Split 1 | Oct 11 | Nov 30 | 6 | 18 |
| Northeastern Zone Duck Season - Split 2 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | 6 | 18 |
| Segment | Opens | Closes | Daily Bag | Possession |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Goose Season - Split 1 | Oct 11 | Nov 30 | 25 | – |
| Snow Goose Season - Split 2 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | 25 | – |
| Segment | Opens | Closes | Daily Bag | Possession |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coot Season - Split 1 | Oct 11 | Nov 30 | 15 | 45 |
| Coot Season - Split 2 | Dec 13 | Dec 21 | 15 | 45 |
Season dates and bag limits are verified against official state wildlife agency publications and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Data shown is for the 2025-2026 season. This data has not yet been verified against official sources for this season. Always confirm with your state's official regulations before hunting.