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Serbia study reveals large-scale bird poaching
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Serbia study reveals large-scale bird poaching

From N1 Serbia · () Serbian

Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Serbia's Bird Protection and Study Society (BPSSS) reported 1,647 registered cases of wild bird poaching or killing over six years.
  • Experts estimate the actual number of poaching incidents is ten times higher than reported.
  • The report documented the killing and injury of 5,487 birds from 201 species, including endangered ones, through various methods like shooting, poisoning, and illegal trapping.

A six-year report by the Bird Protection and Study Society of Serbia (BPSSS) has revealed a significant scale of wild bird poaching and killing. The society registered 1,647 incidents, but experts cited in the report believe this figure represents only 10 percent of the actual number of cases.

Over the reporting period, the poaching and killing of 5,487 birds across 201 species were officially documented. This included several endangered species, highlighting the severe impact on biodiversity. The methods employed ranged from firearms and poisoning to illegal trapping, possession, and trade.

The BPSSS compiled its findings by monitoring media reports, online portals, and through on-the-ground information gathered by its staff and volunteers. The report underscores the ongoing threat to wild bird populations in Serbia.

According to experts cited in the report, that number is just 10 percent of the actual number of poaching cases.

— ExpertsContextualizing the scale of bird poaching in Serbia.
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Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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