Red fox hunting in Vestland

Season: Jul 15 – Apr 15

Red fox is among the huntable species in Vestland. Fox hunting has long traditions in Norway and is done in several ways: stalking, stand hunting, hunting with dogs, and baiting. The fox is an intelligent animal that requires patience and knowledge of its habits.

Season in Vestland

Jul 15 – Apr 15

All hunting seasons

Distribution

Rødreven finnes i hele Norge, fra kysten til fjellet. Den er en av landets vanligste rovdyr og tilpasser seg alle naturtyper.

Terrain

Allsidig. Rødreven finnes i skog, fjell, kulturlandskap og bynære områder. Den graver hi i jord, sand og steinurer.

Weight

5–10 kg

Terrain in Vestland

Vestland is the land of fjords and mountains. Sognefjorden, Hardangerfjorden, and Nordfjord cut between steep mountains. The coast is mild and wet with lush forest, while the interior has large mountain areas. Hardangervidda in the east is Europe's largest high mountain plateau. Vestland has Norway's densest red deer population.

Hunting red fox

Åtejakt om vinteren er effektivt. Legg ut åte på fast plass og sett opp viltkamera for å sjekke aktiviteten. Reven er mest aktiv i skumring og daggry.

Plan the hunt

Red Fox handbook

Species facts, behaviour and identification.

Hunting in Vestland

County terrain, species and statistics.

Game reception stations

Where to deliver and process game.

What is the hunting worth?

Estimate the value of hunting on your ground.

Other game in Vestland

Red deer hunting

Sep 1 – Dec 23

Moose hunting

Sep 25 – Oct 31 (limited range)

Roe deer hunting

Aug 10 – Dec 23 (bucks from Aug 10, all from Sep 25)

Willow ptarmigan and rock ptarmigan hunting

Sep 10 – Feb 28/29

Wild reindeer hunting

Aug 20 – Sep 30 (Hardangervidda)

Western capercaillie hunting

Sep 10 – Dec 23

Black grouse hunting

Sep 10 – Feb 28/29

Mountain hare hunting

Sep 10 – Feb 28/29

Greylag goose hunting

Aug 10 – Dec 23

Red fox hunting in other counties

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Jul 15 – Apr 15

Frequently asked questions

When is the red fox hunting season in Vestland?

The season for red fox in Vestland is Jul 15 – Apr 15. Local regulations can shorten or extend this.

Where does red fox live in Vestland?

Rødreven finnes i hele Norge, fra kysten til fjellet. Den er en av landets vanligste rovdyr og tilpasser seg alle naturtyper.

Can I find grounds to hunt red fox in Vestland?

Yes. Landowners across Vestland offer hunts on Hunta. Create a free account to browse available grounds.

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Red fox hunting in Vestland

Season: Jul 15 – Apr 15

Season in Vestland

Jul 15 – Apr 15

All hunting seasons

Distribution

Rødreven finnes i hele Norge, fra kysten til fjellet. Den er en av landets vanligste rovdyr og tilpasser seg alle naturtyper.

Terrain

Allsidig. Rødreven finnes i skog, fjell, kulturlandskap og bynære områder. Den graver hi i jord, sand og steinurer.

Weight

5–10 kg

Terrain in Vestland

Hunting red fox

Åtejakt om vinteren er effektivt. Legg ut åte på fast plass og sett opp viltkamera for å sjekke aktiviteten. Reven er mest aktiv i skumring og daggry.