TOP most popular types of hunting

European bison hunting

In Belarus, European bisons are protected, so it is only permitted to hunt them once and from the reserve gene pool, as well as individuals that do not represent breeding value: old, wounded or sick.

The permitted method of hunting bison is with a gun, from an ambush or by stalking.

This type of hunting is considered the most prestigious and exclusive: only 10 permits are issued per year. However, this exclusivity will require spending more of the budget.

Bird hunting

Bird hunting in Belarus is the most accessible in terms of game variety and seasons of the year.

Thus, during the spring hunting season, hunting for geese, woodcocks, and ducks is permitted. The hunting of wood grouse and black grouse is very popular, but with special permits. The wood grouse is the most valuable and rare of the game birds. The black grouse is more numerous. Its habitat is spread throughout the country.

In the summer-autumn period, hunting is permitted for waterfowl and marsh game, as well as geese, ducks and woodcocks, hazel grouse and grey partridges.

Fur animals hunting

Fur animals hunting is one of the most popular types of hunting in Belarus.

The hunting season began on November 2 and will last until January 26. During this period, it is permitted to hunt hare, squirrel, marten, mink, muskrat and ferret. Also, from September 1 to March 31, hunting for beaver and otter continues, but hunting for these river animals requires a one-time permit.

In order not to violate the humane treatment of animals and safety rules, hunters are advised to remember some aspects. There are rules on hunting during the daytime, except for river otter and beaver, as well as certain permits for the choice of weapons and the method of killing.

Wolf hunting

The widespread habitat of wolves in Belarus makes it possible to hunt them all year round.

Shooting is also necessary because the wolf is a large predator that can cause damage to agriculture by killing livestock. But this animal quickly adapts to conditions, so despite hunting, its population remains uniform.

From April until winter, the wolf leads a sedentary life closer to the den, camouflaging in an inconspicuous yellowish color. With the onset of cold weather, it switches to vagrancy. Among the various methods of hunting animals, winter hunting with flags is especially distinguished.

Roe deer hunting

The roe deer is a member of the deer family and is the smallest of its members. It is considered a valuable prey by hunters due to its beauty and the antlers that are taken as trophies.

Hunting for the animal is permitted in the spring-autumn period (from 15.05 to 30.09). It is also permitted from October to the end of December, but with restrictions - during the daytime, with dogs or a drive. In the summer, animals can be found alone. In autumn or winter, they gather in herds.

Elk hunting

The elk's greatest pride is their antlers. It is one of the largest forest inhabitants, and is a desirable trophy animal for hunters.

The hunting season for it is permitted from August 20 to December 31.

It will be difficult for a beginner to go on such a hunt: it is important to take into account properly selected outfit, an understanding of the animal’s behavior and many other nuances.

Of the existing types of hunting, the most interesting is called elk hunting "on a moan". The name is explained by the characteristic sounds of the male, similar to a moan, which it makes during the mating season. This hunt leaves behind a lot of impressions.

Boar hunting

The wild boar is a well-known trophy animal for hunters. It lives throughout the country in swampy areas and mixed forests.

Hunting for a wild boar is not suitable for a beginner: the animal is very strong, cautious and dangerous for humans (especially a wounded boar) - experience and good preparation are required.

Hunting for animals in Belarus is permitted from January to the end of September. There are nuances in the extraction of specific species of individuals in a certain season.