Wildlife poisoning is a crime.
lET's stop it.
Illegal wildlife poisoning is a significant and widespread threat to biodiversity.
Toxic substances, mostly in form of poisoned baits, are spread out to target wildlife species, but they often affect non-target species, including birds, mammals, and even pets or humans, posing severe health risks.
Brutal Pesticide Carbofuran and its Circle of Death
Carbofuran is a highly toxic carbamate pesticide used in agriculture for pest control. The European Union banned its use in 2008. However, because the pesticide is still available in countries outside the European Union, it continues to threaten vulnerable species.
A dead animal, especially bird, can be found directly on the bait or nearby.
Carbofuran has one of the highest acute toxicities to humans of any insecticide widely used on field crops. 1 ml can be fatal to humans. In addition, carbofuran creates what’s called‚ a death circle‘. For example, a raven feeds on poisoned bait and dies, then red kite feeds on raven’s carcass and dies, and the circle of death goes on and on.
Legislation: Fines and imprisonment in Europe
1 to 6 years imprisonment
For killing protected species up to
5 years imprisonment and a fine
Up to 2 years imprisonment for the illegal killing of one protected individual
Do you suspect you've found a poisoned animal?
Do not touch anything
Avoid contact with the animal or carcass and surroundings
call 112
Contact police to ensure evidence for investigation
Reach out to local contacts for additional support
For more information check our contact list.
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