Hunting Regulations for La Palma 2025 Season

Overview

The Cabildo Insular of La Palma has announced the upcoming hunting regulations for the 2025 season, emphasizing sustainable practices and safety measures.

Key Updates

• Specific seasons and restrictions for hunting species such as rabbits, partridges, and doves.
• Designated hunting days on Thursdays and Sundays between August and December.

Notable Developments

• Authorization for the hunting of the invasive mouflon (arruí), with no limits on the number of animals that can be hunted, reflecting efforts to control its population.
• For larger game, culling will mainly occur through batidas (drives) with strict rules on:
  • Use of dogs, including the maximum number of dogs per hunter.
  • Guidelines for handling hunting tools like hurons (ferrets).

Organized Hunting Squads

• Creation of organized hunting squads.
• Procedures for registration.
• Allocation of hunting days via a random draw.
• Safety protocols such as:
  • Communication methods.
  • Use of high-visibility clothing.

Protected Zones

• The regulation preserves protected zones where hunting is prohibited, including:
  • National parks.
  • Natural reserves.

Objectives

This comprehensive framework aims to:

• Balance hunting traditions with environmental conservation.
• Ensure safety for participants and residents.
• Manage local wildlife species effectively.