Today, the province of Gelderland announced that the male wolf found in Stroe at the beginning of October was killed by a bullet. This is shown by research by the Dutch Wildlife Health Centre. The wolf in question (GW1490m) lived mainly in the nature reserve in the Southwest Veluwe. Because the killing of wolves is prohibited in the Netherlands, a criminal investigation into this incident is currently underway.
Killing wolves strictly prohibited in the Netherlands
Killing wolves is prohibited by law in the Netherlands. The Hunters’ Association also strongly disapproves of this, as it fights all types of poaching. A poacher is someone who unlawfully attempts to kill an animal. Therefore, in this case, it is poaching. A criminal investigation into the incident is currently underway.
Hunters play an important role in keeping rural areas safe
Dutch hunters know better than anyone that wolves can play an important role in nature as a top predator. Shooting a wolf in the Netherlands is prohibited by law and killing a wolf has major and far-reaching consequences. In addition, hunters play an important role in preventing or solving abuses in rural areas. Think of appointing extra enforcers in nature. In addition, many hunters identify waste dumping, report on the first signs of crime and work with the police in various places to report poaching. In short, hunters are often important informants of supervisors in the countryside.
The Hunters’ Association is awaiting the results of further investigations.
