Mobilize Hunters at Every Town Hall on Saturday to Oppose Perceived Threats to Their Profession on Saturday
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Get ready, hunters! Gather up on May 17th, 11 AM, in front of your local town hall to join the French Hunting Federation's (FNC) massive protest against what they deem as a relentless attack on their hunting activities. The FNC has taken to their website, calling for coordinated and peaceful actions, even encouraging hunters to present a manifesto outlining 11 demands to the mayors.
These 11 demands include requests for UNESCO to recognize hunting as a cultural heritage, the refusal of a lead ban without a reasonable alternative, and the preservation of all huntable species, among others. Willy Schraen, FNC's president, has shared that it's high time to show force and put an end to this relentless attack on hunters.
On the flip side, Allain Bougrain-Dubourg, president of the League for the Protection of Birds (LPO), has swiftly denounced "a manifesto flouting the law and disdaining science". Dubourg proclaimed the demands as surreal, especially the one asking to lift moratoriums on huntable species, considering the rapid decline of biodiversity in today's world.
Wild boar populations have been on the rise, posing safety hazards to roads, farms, and residents. With climate change contributing to this increase, the FNC insists that more relaxed hunting regulations and government backing are crucial for effective wildlife control.
On the contrary, the LPO, a prominent French environmental and animal rights organization, typically opposes hunting practices that negatively impact bird populations and biodiversity. They advocate for stricter protections, raising questions about the actual impact of increased hunting activities on conservation efforts.
This protest underscores the ongoing struggle between hunting communities seeking greater freedom and support in wildlife management and conservation groups fighting for stricter preservation measures. It's a battle that reflects the tension in France as both sides strive to protect their interests and uphold their beliefs.
Hunters are demanding that UNESCO recognizes hunting as a cultural heritage, showcasing the importance it holds within their community. However, the League for the Protection of Birds finds the request to lift moratoriums on huntable species surreal, given the current decline in biodiversity, indicating a divide between sports and conservation principles.
