Hunters urged to prioritise safety as summer season opens

Nicosia, Cyprus. Hunters have been urged to exercise particular caution and strictly observe regulations ahead of the opening of the summer hunting season on Sunday. The Cyprus hunting and wildlife conservation federation said safety must be the absolute priority amid high temperatures and an increased wildfire risk.

Safety and fire risk

The federation said hunters must be certain of their target before firing and be aware of what is behind and around it.

They were also reminded to maintain required safe distances and respect fellow hunters, landowners, private property and other people using the countryside.

With high temperatures expected to continue, hunters were advised to carry sufficient water, avoid prolonged sun exposure and not overestimate their physical abilities.

Hunting dates

Hunting of turtle doves and quail will not be permitted during the first two summer-season outings, on Sunday and August 30.

Hunting of both species will begin on September 2, while wood pigeon hunting will be permitted from Sunday.

The federation urged hunters to take particular care in correctly identifying game before every shot.

Mandatory catch recording

Hunters must record their catch through the Artemis Cy mobile application for all game and throughout all hunting seasons.

Each turtle dove, quail and wood pigeon hunted must be recorded separately and immediately.

The federation said the data is an important tool for the sustainable management of game species and for documenting hunting activity, making accurate and timely reporting essential.