Minister of Local Administration and Environment Mohammad Anjarani emphasized the need to handle the bird migration season responsibly and to refrain from poaching, which causes direct harm to wildlife, biodiversity, and ecological balance.
The Minister said on his official Facebook page on Tuesday: "These birds cross our region along natural routes and must be protected. Preserving them is not solely the responsibility of official authorities, but a shared responsibility requiring awareness and adherence to the laws and regulations governing hunting."
Strengthening Supervision and Coordination
He called on administrative units in the governorates to follow up on this file seriously, strengthen supervision and coordination with relevant authorities, and show no leniency toward violations that threaten wildlife and bird migration routes.
He pointed out that protecting our natural diversity is protecting the right of future generations to a more balanced and sustainable environment.
Strict Legal Measures
Earlier today, the Ministry of Local Administration and Environment issued a directive to governors in their capacity as heads of subcommittees for hunting, to curb poaching operations coinciding with the autumn migration season of birds.
The ministry stressed taking legal action against violators in coordination with relevant authorities, based on Wildlife Hunting Law No. 14 of 2013 and the Environment Law No. 12 of 2012.
Syria is an important stopover and resting station for millions of migratory birds during their spring and autumn journeys, making random hunting a threat to biodiversity and ecological balance, especially since birds play a crucial role in combating agricultural pests, dispersing seeds, and maintaining food chains.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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