From a biological standpoint, hunting has no measurable effect on dove populations. Seasons in both states opened Monday. Nebraska's closes Oct. 17. South Dakota closes Oct. 30. Doves, however, are early migrants and the vast majority of the population will have migrated after the first cold snap.
Bag limits are liberal.
Daily and possession limits are 15 and 30 in both states. If you haven't tried dove hunting, I'd highly recommend it. Be prepared, however, for a humbling shooting experience. Four birds per box of 25 shells is about average shooting. The annual Siouxland Ducks Unlimited Banquet will be Saturday at the Siouxland Convention Center.