The Cabildo of Lanzarote has decided to maintain the temporary ban on hunting activities in the municipality of Haría following the confirmation on Wednesday of a new case of animal poisoning.
Investigation Intensified
Environment Councillor Samuel Martín explained in a statement that the investigation into the findings of affected wildlife and domestic animals has been intensified, which had already led to the closure of hunting in the same municipality on 8 August.
According to Martín, the Cabildo had considered lifting the suspension and allowing hunting activities to resume this Thursday, 21 August.
New Case Detected
However, a new case under investigation was reported today, leading to the decision to extend this precautionary measure.
“This is not just a matter of poisoning affecting species related to hunting, but also involves fatal intoxications of domestic animals and has a serious impact on the biodiversity of northern Lanzarote,” warned the Hunting Councillor, emphasising that “we are facing a problem that transcends hunting concerns and is also a public health issue.”
Extraordinary Hunting Council Meeting
The Cabildo of Lanzarote will convene an extraordinary Insular Hunting Council on Friday, 22 August, to assess the situation, reinforce preventive measures, and analyse the possibilities for recovering the season once current risks are eliminated.
The insular corporation reiterates its call to the hunting community of Lanzarote and La Graciosa “to act responsibly and maintain extreme vigilance in natural environments, especially in the localities of Máguez, Guinate, Gayo, and Ye.”
Plans for Resuming Activities
Once the safety of wildlife, people, and domestic animals is guaranteed, hunting activities will be resumed, and the Cabildo is even considering the possibility of extending the hunting period for feathered species to compensate for lost time.
The institution has expressed gratitude for the efforts being made by the Cabildo’s Environmental agents, alongside Seprona forces, the Civil Guard, the canine unit from the Cabildo of Gran Canaria, and professionals from the Local Police of Haría.
EFE
