Illegal feeding stations and spot-marking harm Cyprus wildlife, authorities warn
Authorities in Cyprus have flagged the illegal use of feeding stations and unauthorized spot markers by some hunters during the current hunting season, highlighting significant harm to local wildlife. These feeders, stocked with foods like wheat, corn, and pistachios, attract game such as wood pigeons but disrupt natural animal dispersal, leading to health problems and ecological imbalance. The Game and Fauna Service is actively removing these feeders and markers to protect species including hares and the Cyprus mouflon from risks like fatal stomach acidosis and disease spread.
The practice of staking out hunting spots in advance has also caused tensions among hunters, as territorial disputes arise over marked areas. Law-abiding hunters criticize these methods for undermining traditional ethics and creating friction within the hunting community. Meanwhile, a proposal to shift the hunting season from August to September—prompted by concerns over extreme weather, fire risks, and ecosystem damage—is expected to be reviewed, despite initial pushback from key wildlife organizations.
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