The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Climate Change, Forestry, Environment, and Wildlife has officially released the hunting schedule and regulations for the Russian Dove to ensure biodiversity conservation and strict legal compliance.
Exercising powers under the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Wildlife and Biodiversity Act 2015, the department aims to maintain ecological balance while managing bird populations sustainably.
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Regulated Hunting Schedule for 2025-26
According to the official notification, the government permits the hunting of the Russian Dove only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. This permission applies exclusively to individuals holding a valid Small Game Shooting License. The regulations take effect immediately and will remain operational until May 31, 2026.
The department clarified that authorities will initiate immediate legal action against anyone hunting outside the designated days.
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Strict Bag Limits and Penalties
To prevent over-hunting, the wildlife department has established clear boundaries for hunters:
- Daily Limit: Hunters may bag a maximum of eight (8) birds per day.
- Fines: Violators will face a fine of 5,000 PKR for every bird killed beyond the legal limit, in addition to further legal prosecution.
- Time Constraints: The government strictly prohibits hunting before sunrise and after sunset.
Wildlife teams will continuously monitor bird populations across the province. The department reserves the right to impose an immediate ban on hunting if population levels show signs of critical decline.
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A Call for Responsible Citizenship
The department urges the public, particularly the hunting community, to adhere to these laws and support government efforts in natural resource conservation. Officials emphasize that wildlife serves as a guarantor of environmental stability and remains a precious trust for future generations.
Department spokesperson Latif-ur-Rehman stated that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is implementing serious measures for environmental protection. These include forest expansion, wildlife habitat preservation, and comprehensive strategies to combat climate change.
He noted that these specific Russian Dove regulations represent a vital link in the province’s mission to promote sustainable development and a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
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