Bullfrogs and Green Frogs

PURPOSE: This rule establishes seasons, methods and limits for taking bullfrogs and green frogs. (1) Daily Limit: Eight (8) in the aggregate. (2) Methods: Hand, handnet, atlatl, gig, bow, trotline, throwline, limb line, bank line, jug line, snagging, snaring, grabbing, or pole and line by the holder of a fishing permit. An artificial light may be used. (3) Seasons: Sunset June 30 through October 31. (4) Bullfrogs and green frogs taken and possessed under this rule may be used as bait. AUTHORITY: sections 40 and 45 of Art. IV, Mo. Const. Original rule filed June 13, 1994, effective Jan. 1, 1995. Amended: Filed May 30, 1995, effective Jan. 1, 1996. Amended: Filed April 24, 2000, effective March 1, 2001. Amended: Filed Sept. 29, 2004, effective Feb. 28, 2005. Amended: Filed Oct. 10, 2008, effective April 30, 2009.