The Great Hobby Hunter Radar

Every year, hundreds of violations against hunting law are documented in Switzerland: prohibited traps, poison baits, poaching, violations of closed seasons. Many are never reported because hikers, walkers and nature lovers don't know where to turn.

We're changing that. Report your suspected case directly here.

What you can report

You can report any suspected case you observe in nature:

Prohibited traps or poison baits
Poaching or hunting outside closed seasons
Suspected violations of animal protection laws in hunting practices
Hunting in protected zones or restricted areas
Suspicious persons who may have committed wildlife crimes
Acts of violence or threats by hobby hunters against persons
Positive observations and good news from nature are also welcome

If you have photo or video material, send it to us along with a brief description: What, when, where.

How to proceed

First inform the authorities: Report every concrete suspected case simultaneously to the local wildlife warden and/or police. At a possible crime scene: Do not change anything at the discovery site.
Document as thoroughly as possible: Photos, videos, GPS coordinates or precise location descriptions help us and the authorities considerably.
Report the case to us: Use the form below. All information will be treated in absolute confidence.

We examine every tip and contact the relevant authorities when necessary. Unfortunately, we cannot pursue reports without contact information or without verifiable details.

The Association JagdSchweiz

Jagd Schweiz is the umbrella organization of Swiss recreational hunters. According to its statutes, the association represents the interests of around 30,000 recreational hunters from all regions of the country, both domestically and abroad. In its function, the militant association bears responsibility for the existence in Switzerland of this questionable organization whose members, according to media reports, are demonstrably involved year after year in thousands of legal violations such as breaches of hunting law, poaching, arms smuggling, environmental and traffic offenses, animal welfare violations and other criminal acts.

Success: Association Jagd Schweiz loses

Legal Notice

Documenting hunting activities in the field can raise legal questions, particularly when entering private property. Do not enter private property without permission. All published factual claims about persons or events must be substantiated. IG Wild beim Wild assumes no liability for the actions of third parties.

Report Form

We assure you that all information will be treated in absolute confidence.

Closed seasons in Switzerland

Here you will find an overview of the minimum closed seasons for the most important wildlife species in Switzerland. The exact cantonal regulations differ from these:

Animal species	Closed season (minimum)
European hare, wild rabbit, mountain hare	1.1. – 30.9.
Alpine marmot	16.10. – 31.8.
Red deer	1.2. – 31.7.
Roe deer	1.2. – 30.4.
Chamois	1.1. – 31.7.
Wild boar	1.2. – 30.6.
Red fox	1.3. – 15.6.
Badger	16.1. – 15.6.
Stone marten	16.2. – 31.8.

The complete cantonal closed seasons can be found on jagdstatistik.ch.

Further Links

Background Knowledge

Behavior in nature

Wildlife stations Switzerland

Animal Protection and Law