Why Hunt in France? The hunting tradition in France can be traced back at least two thousand years, if not longer. Here, hunting is a way of life for many.
Like many other parts of Europe, most hunting areas in France are on private land. Despite France’s long history of hunting, the country boasts abundant wildlife resources. The government rigorously manages and regulates animal populations and their distribution across different regions, ensuring both standardized hunting systems and stable animal populations. Additionally, hunting funds are invested in the management and improvement of local habitats. What game can you hunt in France?
Mallard Duck Hunting:
Mallard duck hunting is a significant activity in many locations worldwide. Male mallards have shiny green and iridescent head feathers, with gray wings and bellies, while females primarily feature brown spotted feathers. They are typically slightly heavier than most other dabbling ducks, preferring to live in wetlands and feeding on aquatic plants and small insects. They are social animals, often traveling in flocks.
Wild Boar Hunting:
In areas where mallard duck hunting occurs, European wild boar hunting is also possible, often using shotguns.
Pheasant Hunting:
The ring-necked pheasant is native to China and is a specialty bird there. However, it is classified as a national first-level protected species and cannot be hunted. They prefer to inhabit, conceal, and forage in evergreen needle-broadleaf mixed forests and deciduous broadleaf forests. They have a beautiful appearance, with elegant body shapes and striking and unique plumage.
While this species of pheasant is native to China, it has been successfully introduced and bred in many locations in Europe, such as France, the UK, and Italy. Many private areas in Europe have been breeding this species for decades, and the French government permits hunters to hunt this pheasant.
Of course, this article only provides examples of some hunting activities.
