Furbearers

Game species in Nebraska include upland game, waterfowl, turkey, big game, and furbearers.

Two furbearers may be trapped but not hunted. They are:

• Beaver
• Muskrat

These furbearers may be trapped or hunted:

• Badger
• Bobcat*
• Gray Fox
• Long-Tailed Weasel
• Mink
• Raccoon*
• Red Fox*
• Striped Skunk
• Virginia Opossum*

*Nebraska also has running seasons for these animals. During a running season, the furbearer may be chased with dogs but may not be killed. This lets hunters and their dogs practice for hunting season.