The Spanish Roe Deer Association presents objections to the proposal for telematic control of captures in Castilla y León

Madrid, August 7, 2024 - The Spanish Roe Deer Association has submitted a series of objections to the proposed Order MAV/____/2024, promoted by the Junta de Castilla y León, which seeks to regulate the telematic control of game captures in the region's hunting grounds. This initiative, aimed at improving the management of game species, has generated concern among roe deer defenders, who believe that the measure could be counterproductive if not implemented properly and in conjunction with other necessary reforms.

The Association highlights that Castilla y León is home to some of the most significant roe deer populations in Spain, and that their proper management is crucial both for the conservation of the species and to avoid problems related to their density, such as high road accidents and the spread of parasitic diseases.

The proposals presented by the Association include the need to make regulatory changes that allow for greater flexibility in hunting, as well as the creation of separate zones for juvenile and adult animals. They also suggest extending hunting periods in areas with high population density and implementing measures to control economic speculation that affects this natural resource.

Regarding the proposal for telematic control, the Spanish Roe Deer Association recognises the potential of new technologies to improve the management of natural resources, but stresses that their implementation must be progressive and consensual. They propose a five-year trial period in which traditional and telematic systems coexist, thus allowing their effectiveness to be assessed and possible errors to be corrected.

The Association reaffirms its commitment to collaborate with the authorities to achieve sustainable and balanced management of roe deer in Castilla y León, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive and consensual approach that guarantees the conservation of this emblematic species.