River Otter Trapping
General Information
Season Dates
| Species | Season | Hunting Units | Opens | Closes | Season Dates Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Otter | Regular - Traps, cable devices | Statewide | Finalized |
Unit Map
Season Notes
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department, along with the North Dakota Fur Takers Association, recommends that all traps be visually inspected and all captured animals be removed at no greater than 48-hour intervals, and that rubber gloves be worn for skinning and handling of all furbearers.
Reporting and Tagging
To report your river otter harvest electronically:
- Login to your online account.
- Under Current Registrations, click "New Registration".
- Select "Furbearer Harvest" from list of options and click "Continue".
- Fill out the requested information, then click "Register".
- After successfully registering your harvest, read the instructions on how to get your river otter tagged.
Residency
Regulations
More Hunting Information
Best Management Practices
Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies