Development of Sustainable Hunting Management in Fuerteventura

Key Actions

• The Fuerteventura Island Council has officially initiated the development of two planning instruments:
  • **Island Hunting Plan (PICF)
  • Technical Hunting Plan (PTCF)**
• The process was started during a session on January 30, 2026.

Purpose and Goals

• Address the lack of regulation in the island's hunting activities.
• Ensure hunting benefits the environment and maintains healthy wildlife populations.
• Reduce conflicts among landowners, farmers, and conservation efforts.
• Classify terrains, set hunting periods, and establish sustainable practices.
• Promote responsible use of natural heritage.

Background and Context

• Hunting in Fuerteventura is a traditional activity with deep local roots.
• Unmanaged practices have raised concerns about ecological impacts and overexploitation.
• There are conflicts with landowners, farmers, and conservation initiatives.
• The plans will be based on a detailed assessment of the island’s natural resources.

Public Participation and Legal Framework

• A public consultation will run for 45 days.
• This process allows residents and stakeholders to provide input.
• The initiative aligns with legal responsibilities of island councils to manage hunting and natural resources.
• Recognizes hunting as a valuable activity, often poorly regulated.

Overall Objective

• Balance traditional hunting with modern conservation needs.
• Promote sustainable and responsible use of Fuerteventura’s natural resources.

"This move aligns with legal responsibilities of island councils to manage hunting and natural resources, recognizing the activity as a valuable but often poorly regulated activity."