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Splitting Image Taxidermy Supports Ethical Hunting
The concept of ethical hunting has been around for some time and it is important that all hunters have an understanding of its principles and practise these when in the field.
Ethical hunting means that a person knows and respects the game hunted, follows the law and behaves in a way that will satisfy what society expects of a hunter. Ethical hunters are familiar with the places they hunt, the wildlife that live there and the way they should behave when hunting.
Practising ethical hunting techniques in the field will ensure that you get the most out of your hunting experience and will assist to secure the future of your recreational activity.
There are three key aspects to ethical hunting:
- Knowing and respecting the game: understanding the deer and their habitat, and treating them fairly and with respect;
- Obeying the law: laws and regulations have been introduced to ensure that hunting is conducted in a safe, responsible and sustainable manner; and
- Behaving in the right manner: hunter behaviour has a direct impact on public opinion; remember your actions may impact on the future of deer hunting.
One of the key components of ethical hunting is the concept of 'fair chase'. This means giving the game a reasonable chance to evade the hunter.
All ethical hunters will ensure that the animals are not unduly harassed during a hunt.
The improper and illegal use of vehicles, radiotracking collars and other electronic devices such as two-way radios is considered to be highly unethical and is inconsistent with the concept of 'fair chase'.
Avoid mechanised pursuit in any form; a true hunter makes every effort to ensure the contest is as fair as possible.
Splitting Image Taxidermy is often asked, "Do we support Non-Ethical Hunting"? The answer is simple, NO!
In order to grow the hunting industry in South Africa and around the world, it's critical that we stand up for Ethical Hunting.
Ethical Hunting is where an animal has value and is hunted in a sustainable nature. The animals aren't hunted in small cages, they are given a fair sporting chance, they are not shot on the back of a vehicle, they are hunted on foot and with the ethos of fair chase.
Clear permits are needed and good paperwork otherwise we cannot help you as Splitting Image Taxidermy is against Non-Ethical Hunting.
