Alligator Hunting
New Mexico Alligator
Hunting Tags 2026
Tag requirements, draw system, fees, and season information for alligator hunting in New Mexico. Alligators are not native to New Mexico. The state's arid high-desert climate and landlocked geography make it entirely unsuitable for wild alligators. There is no alligator hunting season.
2026 Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
See agency
Contact for fees
Non-Resident Fee
Varies
Per tag
Draw Required
No
Lottery system
Season
No alligator season
Typical period
Step-by-Step
How to Get an Alligator Hunting Tag in New Mexico
1
Purchase a New Mexico Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required before applying for or receiving alligator tags. Purchase through New Mexico Dept. of Game & Fish.
2
Purchase Your Tag Directly
New Mexico does not require a draw for all alligator tags. Contact New Mexico Dept. of Game & Fish for tag availability and purchase methods.
3
Attach CITES Tag at Harvest
Contact New Mexico Dept. of Game & Fish for specific tagging and documentation requirements after harvest.
Season Information
2026 Alligator Season in New Mexico
No alligator season
Important Notes
New Mexico-Specific Information
New Mexico's arid, high-desert landscape and landlocked geography preclude any wild alligator population.
Source: New Mexico Dept. of Game & Fish (www.wildlife.state.nm.us).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current draw dates and tag availability with New Mexico Dept. of Game & Fish.