Hunting
The uncultured practice loses popularity in the Jura
In the canton of Jura, only 20 people passed the hunting examination. Ten years ago, there were 100 more. Hobby hunting is losing popularity.
20 new hobby hunters in the Jura
The canton of Jura counts twenty new hobby hunters in the pool of around 430 licensed hunters. Ten years ago, there were 100 more. To qualify, prospective hobby hunters must complete a two-year training programme and perform at least 100 hours of conservation work.
SOS Sauvons Les Faons Jura
Every year in Switzerland more than 3’000 roe deer fawns are mown down in fields. The organisation reminds farmers that it can intervene free of charge. More on the topic of hobby hunting and wildlife.
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