fallen73 έγραψε:Hey guys - thanks for the quick admittance to the site
My name is Michael and I'm quite interested in hunting. I use a 40lb recurve bow and arrow as opposed to the standard firearms. Is it legal to hunt Mouflon (Agrino??) in Cyprus? If so, how would someone go about doing so whilst sticking to the rules? Thanks so much in advance!
Hi Michael,
Welcome to the site. It seems you've made quite a few new friends around here. I hope you enjoy your stay.
As mentioned by others, the Cyprus Mouflon is a protected species and hunting is strictly prohibited. I would also like to mention that bow hunting is also prohibited as it is considered a "silent" weapon which could be used for poaching.
Typically we use 12 bore double barrel shotguns. Pump and semi automatics are also prohibited. Not many choices as you may see, but its a small island with an estimated 45-46K hunters and the pressure exerted on the domestic game is too much. So all possible measures are applied, and yet still it seems that they are not enough.
Aside from the hunting and fishing in Cyprus, you may enjoy clay shooting. We have excellent facilities and some of the best shooters in the world.
Good to see you
VG.