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Hunting

From Hobby Hunter to Poacher

Poachers are often hobby hunters who have lost their hunting licence. Recreational hunting cultivates cruelty and violence against wildlife.

Editorial team Wild beim Wild — 2 February 2023

Addicted Hobby Hunters in Hunting Fever

In our part of the world, poachers are mostly hobby hunters who have lost their hunting licence, or addiction-driven recreational hunters in the grip of hunting fever. The leisure-motivated injuring and killing of wild animals by hobby hunters “cultivates” behaviours such as cruelty, violence and brutality.

The fatal shootings in Kusel a year ago shocked all of Germany. Over a few illegally killed animals, two young police officers died in a hail of bullets from poachers.

Poaching as a minor offence?

In Germany, cases of hunting poaching are increasing rapidly. Modern night-vision devices and silencers make it easier than ever for criminal shooters to take their prey. This is not only about meat, but often also about trophies or simply the desire to kill. More on the topic of crime and hunting.

You can help all animals and our planet with compassion. Choose mercy on your plate and in your glass. Go vegan.
More on the topic of recreational hunting: In our hunting dossier we compile fact checks, analyses and background reports.

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