What is a hunting quota?

A hunting quota is a limit on the number of animals that may be killed during a certain period, usually a hunting season. Hunting quotas are set by wildlife management agencies in order to ensure that certain animal populations are not overhunted and become threatened or endangered. Quotas are often based on factors such as the size of the animal population, the habitat available, and the reproductive rate of the species. Hunting quotas can also be used to manage specific hunting activities, such as archery hunting or muzzleloader hunting.