Sonora is one of the most important states in sport hunting, that is because of its great variety of species and natural resources.

There are about 3000 ranches with the required installations and services in the different communities where this sport is practiced.

There are species such as the white winged dove, turkey, quail, 10 species of duck and 3 of geese. The mule deer “Bura” of Sonora is one of the main trophies to be taken. Also there is squirrel, rabbit, jackrabbit, wildcat, wild boar and cougar.

The hunting areas are nearby the cities in agricultural zones with easy access.
Hunters can choose to stay in the city and go hunting to the close locations, or to live the adventure and stay at the ranch comfortable residence that would easily be equipped with all the services, facilities and assistance to provide real comfort and fit any requirement.

Hunting service providers have all the experience in taking hunters in tours, experts to lead them, SUVs to never stop and the gentle attention of the local guides that will make sure that you get the trophy you came to look for.

 THE SONORAN BURA

To hunt a mule deer (bura) in Sonora is to pursue one of one of the most prestigious trophies worldwide. This deer’s antlers reach an opening of 35", and some are known to weigh over 200 pounds.

 WHITE TAIL DEER

These deer can be found in the mountain base at the desert or up on the highest mountain points. The hunting of these animals must be accompanied by an experienced guide either on horse or by foot.

This deer, noted by its big antlers, could possibly win you a trip to the book of world records!

 QUAIL

This species attracts many hunters and it is not difficult to reach the hunting limit.

 DUCK AND GOOSE

The hunting of this specie is done under the expert supervision of guides who know the hunting zones which are found throughout the state of Sonora. In our State there are 10 different species of duck and 3 of goose.

 WILD TURKEY

This specie can be found in the mountains of Sonora. Noted by its weight (25 to 30 pounds) and size, once again the hunting of this animal is done under supervision.

 WILD RAM

The wild ram of Sonora, is one of the four species of sheep that exist in the desert, only found on the mountain filled terrain located west from our coast.

 WILD BOAR

The adult species reach a length of 80 and 90 centimeters. Its tail can be 3.5 to 4.5 cm and its body weight 30 to 88 pounds. This animal is found in most parts of the state; usually in company of 14 to 50 of its own, either male or female.

About the Register of Cynegetic Identification and Hunting Permissions

ARTICLE 12.- The Government Department will grant Registrations for Cynegetic Identification according to Article IX of the Procedures Manual only to:

I.- National and foreign residents within national territory, and to

II.- Foreigners who are not residents within national territory.


ARTICLE 13.- The different types of permits that can be granted by the Government Department according to Articles X of the Procedures Manual are:

a).- Permits to hunt birds
b).- Permits to hunt mammals

Government offices will come to agreement with third parties as long as they comply with the Registration Cynegetic Identification, hunting permits, the charges for hunting tags and have paid for all of the above mentioned hunting rights in compliance with the Federal Law of Rights in Articles IX and X of the Procedures Manual.

ARTICLE 14.- A Revenue Stamp can be used as a hunting permission as long as they are in accordance with the Cynegetic Identification and have been stamped by an authorized distributor or with the official Government Department seal.

ARTICLE 15.- The Registration of Cynegetic Identification and hunting permits are personal and irreversible. The Department will verify that the holders of the permits:

a).- Maintain in their possession the permits at all times during the expedition along with the permit for transporting weapons. These are to be shown to the civil authorities or the military service when so required.
b).- Agree that the permits are only to be used exclusively to hunt that which has been previously authorized by the judicial and administrative agreements.
c).- Will not use the permits as a means of entering into private property, communal communities without previous consent given by the legitimate owner.

The Cynegetic Identification allows for one permission. Another one can be renewed if expired, stolen or lost.


ARTICLE 16.- When a written notice arrives at the Department informing that a Cynegetic Identification was stolen or lost, the holder will not be charged with misuse. However, a renewal will be revoked.

There will not be no refunds for hunting permits which have not been used by the holders.

ARTICLE 23 .- The granting of permits for hunting of birds and mammals will be according to the limited number allowed by the Government Department.
ARTICLE 26.- At the time of the expedition the seal on the permit will indicate what animal you can hunt.

CHAPTER II

Definitions

ARTICLE 3.- According to the terms agreed on, its understood that:
I.- Rings: The non commercial metallic marks, handed out by the Government Department to those with permits are for the capture of songbirds or showbirds with the purpose of placing them on the capture thereby identifying and granting legal possession.

III.- Copper Bands: These adhesive bands handed out by the Department, are placed on the object of charge to protect your hunting permit or Cynegetic Identification, to guarantee that it was legally hunted, and to allow exportation of the capture or trophy. These bands are to be used only once.

VII.- The daily hunting limit: The maximum number of captures of one specie or of a group are determined by the authorities on a daily basis according to the limited number allowed.

XIV.- Hunting Organizer: A person registered in the census of Cynegetic Organizers, lends his services to organize different activities that have to do with hunting.

XV.- Hunting Permits: This document in the shape of a sticker and attached to the cynegetic ID permits the owner to carry on with the hunt of different species, which are determined every day. These stickers must be in the hunter’s possession at all times on the expedition.

CHAPTER IV

Hunting Organization

ARTICLE 37.- The hunting organization designates an experienced hunting guide who will accompany the foreigner during the expedition within the national territory.

At the end of the season the hunting organizers present a report to the government of services rendered according to the 6th article of section 12 of the Procedures Manuel.

CHAPTER V
Hunting methods and practices

ARTICLE 38.- To practice hunting as a sport it is legal to use: rifles, shotguns and rifles of black gunpowder allowed by the legal authorities in weapons and fire arms. Bows and arrows, crossbows, hunting dogs and birds of prey are also permitted.

The use of firearms will be subject to the following rules without exception, of the Federal Laws for Firearms and explosives:

a).- To hunt birds, a shotgun is required. Firearms must be pointed to the sky, in case of a necessary second shot, the capture must be on the ground. Steel ammunition must be used in underwater bird hunting.

b).- No hunting is allowed with rifles shorter than 22" caliber, except for the hunting of small mammals.