Hunters advised not to use injurious methods on their prey

One week after the start of the hunting season, the Forestry Division within the Ministry of Agriculture is reminding hunters of their responsibilities during this open season.

In this regard, Forestry Supervisor with responsibility for Law and Compliance, Bradford Latham, has explained that the opossum (manicou), iguana, agouti, and armadillo (tattoo) are some of the species that are being hunted. Latham said birds, such as the ramier pigeon and the dove are also being hunted.

The Forestry Supervisor is calling on hunters not to use fires, air rifles and ‘jegging’ as these are injurious methods, stressing that the use of fire in particular, destroys vegetation, habitat, and creatures within the ecosystem.

Anyone who is found to be in contravention of the regulations pertaining to these can be fined up to $750.

Latham is also reminding hunters to release pregnant females and/or those with young off-springs, or those species that are very young. He said the forestry division is very concerned about sustainability even within the open season and is asking hunters to exercise due consideration.

The hunting season for the named species officially began on October, 1,2025, and ends on January, 31, 2026.

Latham also pointed out that people with wild meat in their possession after that date should consume it or discard it within three days after the fact. He is reminding the public as well that the Kings Hill Forest Reserve is strictly off limits to hunters and members of the public.(API)