Wildlife

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  Native wildlife in Sutton County include white-tailed deer, turkey, dove, javelina, quail and an occasional mule deer. Many species of introduced animals are also available for hunting including axis, fallow, sika, feral hogs, various sheep and others. There are a few high-fenced ranches offering standard exotics.
  
  

Predators

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  Coyotes are common in Sutton County. American lions make the region home and can be hunted year-round. Though rarely seen, Black Bears are known to move throughout West Texas. These bears are considered threatened animals and hunting them is prohibited.
  
  

Banquet

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  Each second Saturday of November, Sonora hosts the Annual Sutton County Game Dinner. Families and guests come from all across the US to share in the tradition, and an award is presented for the individual who travels the farthest to attend.