Remove Campaign Remove Protection Remove Romania
article thumbnail

The slaughter tourism trade in Serbia

10,000 Birds

In all European Union countries to the north and east of Serbia (except Romania), Turtle Doves are strictly protected. Money and effort are being invested in that protection. The cargo consisted of huge number of protected passerines such as larks and pipits, beside huntable species like Common Quails and Turtle Doves.

Serbia 270
article thumbnail

We are Just Money Grubbers

10,000 Birds

The Common Pochard is not just a scarce breeding bird, but the second most numerous wintering duck in Serbia and it will be a hard battle to protect it against the strong hunting lobby. They are under very heavy hunting pressure in Serbia and after 15 years of campaign , are finally off the shooting list. Common Pochard Aythya ferina.