Start of the Summer Hunting Season with Optimism and Challenges
August 22, 2026
Hunters are preparing for the start of the summer hunting season with cautious optimism. The rains after January have improved conditions for several wildlife species. Despite the destructive fires of 2025 affecting some areas, hunting licenses are on the rise. The situation regarding game populations varies across different regions of Cyprus. The woodcock remains one of the most popular species among hunters.