Bird Hunting

Nature Conservation Egypt (NCE) acknowledges the grave threat that bird hunting poses to avian populations globally. With an alarming number of wild birds, approximately 5.6 million in Egypt, falling victim to illegal hunting and trapping each year, NCE is committed to spearheading initiatives that mitigate these threats and foster a culture of responsible bird hunting.

Responsible Bird Hunting

Between 2015 and 2017, NCE's Responsible Hunting Programme (RHP) undertook a comprehensive monitoring initiative along Egypt's Northern Mediterranean coast. This groundbreaking project was the first extensive assessment of its kind in the region, aiming to understand and quantify the scale and impact of hunting and trapping on migratory birds during their critical migration periods. The RHP endeavoured to document various hunting and trapping methods, analyze the distribution and intensity of coastal trammel netting, and estimate the numbers and species of birds affected. Furthermore, the project sought to uncover the scale and specifics of illegal trapping, particularly within protected areas, and assess the bird trade across coastal markets. The data gathered provided a foundation for more informed conservation strategies and actions.