Dominica temporarily lifts ban on hunting of wildlife
The Government of Dominica has approved the temporary lifting of the ban on hunting wildlife for 60 days.
In a statement, the Forestry, Wildlife and Parks Division of the Ministry of Environment, Rural Modernisation and Kalinago Upliftment said that the ban is lifted from October 1st 2021 to November 30th, 2021.
During the given period, licensed hunters may hunt Crabs, (all members of the Gercarcinidae family) Agouti and Manicou (Opossum) only.
Hunting licenses may be purchased at the office of the Forestry & Wildlife Division on the Windsor Park link road, and at the Sub-Treasuries in Portsmouth and Marigot.
In addition, the Government is also allowing the sale and possible limited export of wildlife or parts thereof from November 1st, 2021 to December 31st, 2021.
However, beyond such period, persons found selling and exporting wildlife shall be prosecuted by law
The general public is likewise reminded that it is an offence under the Forestry & Wildlife Act to hunt or fish in freshwater streams without a valid licence and that the hunting of all other species of animal, including the Mountain Chicken, all Birds and Iguanas is strictly prohibited.
In recognition of the prevailing COVID-19 situation on the island, hunting parties shall be restricted to a maximum of four (4) individuals in possession of valid hunting licences. All relevant guidelines instituted by the Ministry of Health shall be strictly adhered to.
The Forestry, Wildlife & Parks Division can be contacted at 266 – 5863/5852 for further information.