Illegal bird hunting threatens millions across migration routes; countries lack unified action despite conservation goals.
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Millions of migratory birds are killed illegally annually along migration routes through Croatia and Europe; Italy is cited as a major problem area with 5.6 million bird deaths per year. Despite international commitments to reduce illegal hunting by 50% by 2030, most signatory countries are not on track to meet this goal. Croatia ranks tenth among 46 covered countries for illegal bird killings and faces issues such as weak enforcement, unclear laws, and a lack of political will. While some countries like Spain have implemented successful measures, Italy is facing proposals that could legalize illegal hunting. Illegal killing poses a severe threat to bird populations across migration routes, necessitating stronger, coordinated cross-border action. A survey among hunters in Croatia suggests that high income and demands from foreign hunting tourists are primary drivers of poaching, with issues such as difficult detection, poor legal regulation, and judicial shortcomings contributing to the problem.
