The genus name tadorna comes from celtic roots and means pied waterfowl. Australasian shoveler duck new zealand shoveler anas rhynchotis. A person4 may hunt or kill game of the family anatidae waterfowl during the. They are mallard, paradise, grey and shoveler duck, black swan and greater canadian goose. It is a shelduck, a group of large gooselike birds which are part of the bird family anatidae. Now you can help inspire compassion for our precious native waterbirds by demanding an end to duck shooting across the rest of australia. A delayed and shortened duck shooting season is better than none, says a hawkes bay hunter. Make sure you have your licence on you when hunting, a ranger can appear at anytime. The information used in this assessment was derived from the bureau of meteorology, dew wetland and waterfowl surveys, the eastern australia waterbird survey and various remotely sensed landscape condition data. The season that was duck hunting and shooting in new zealand with josh james kiwi bushman wild menu episode. Delayed duck shooting season better than none, says hawkes. The open duck shooting seasons in victoria the largest, south australia and tasmania usually occur in march each year.
Its that time of year again, the opening weekend of the duck shooting season is upon us. We ask for your patience while we piece together the complexities of what we are facing. Duckshooting decision welcomed in south otago daily times. The forecast looks perfect for some on saturday, but not if youre a duck. The wet summer encouraging healthy duck breeding in the north and south islands. Wildlife act 1953 wildlife regulations 1955 new zealand game bird habitat stamp regulations 1993. Acclimatisation societies successfully introduced the mallard duck and canada goose, and large bags of game could be had for just the cost of a. Duck hunting guides provide private hunts for new zealand waterfowl, including the beautiful paradise duck, endemic to new zealand, plus new zealand grey, mallard and spoonbill ducks. Determining the extent of grey duck and mallard hybridisation in new zealand. Southland fish and game field officer cohen stewart outlines the prospects for the upcoming opening weekend of the duck shooting season. It makes no sense to allow the shooting season to go ahead as lockdown. The combination of new zealands liberal bag limits and our experienced guides will ensure you of a quality waterfowl hunt. Hunters get ready a delayed duck shooting season kicks off next saturday.
The duckhunting season starts each year on opening day, the first saturday in may. Delayed duck shooting season better than none, says. Finish camouflaging maimai with camo net or vegetation find tips on building. Duck shooting season a licence to kill endangered native. Hunting on foot permitted during level 3, but duck shooting season postponed. Hunting on the opening weekend will start at 8am on both saturday 2 may and sunday 3 may 2020. General information gary herberts new zealand hunting. Under sections 15 and 16 of the wildlife act 1953, the minister of conservation declares an open season for game in the fish and game regions, subject to the conditions specified in the first and second schedules of this notice. Duck shooting season starts tomorrow morning and shooters are urged to be safe and vigilant. No quail hunting open season has been declared for 2020.
The uk shooting season is carefully regulated to allow populations to flourish, breed and move to different areas to feed and overwinter. Apr 15, 2015 the southland duck shooting season will be a month shorter this year, despite the fees remaining the same. Modelled on competitions in the us, these are really just an excuse for a night out, with the added possibility of winning a prize from a local hunting store. In 2007 and 2008, waterbird numbers were dangerously low and conditions were dry, so the duck shooting seasons were cancelled in victoria and south australia.
Odt files as the annual duckshooting season fast approaches, otago shooters have been waiting to see if they will get an opportunity to fill their bag this year. We have good reliable firearms available for people who do not wish to bring their own. Skiing, duck shooting and contact sports allowed under level 2 nz herald new zealand herald. For up to date campaign information, please go to our facebook page at. For many there is a close season when it is illegal to shoot them, and this helps to ensure that they are able. The season is shorter this year due to covid19 but the. Under sections 15 and 16 of the wildlife act 1953, the minister of conservation declares an open season for game in the fish and game regions from 4 may 2019 to 1 may 2020 inclusive, subject to the conditions specified in the first and second schedules of this notice. You might also want to check our guide to game shooting seasons in the republic of ireland. Waterfowl hunting gary herberts new zealand hunting. Parera, grey duck, anas superciliosa, found in new zealand birds bird gallery section, includes general information about the bird, taxonomy, description, where to find them and other useful and interesting information. History of duck hunting te ara encyclopedia of new zealand. May 18, 2020 on the eve of the new zealand duck shooting season opening, end animal slaughter contributor paul judge calls for an end to the carnage as i write, the murderous mayhem of duckshooting season has been given the goahead by the government during new zealands level2 covid19 lockdown. Hunting on foot permitted during level 3, but duck.
Check below for 2020 season and bag limits for mallards and paradise shelduck. Heres what you need to know for the new game season. Duckshooting decision welcomed in south otago daily. These conditions will expire at the end of the open season for game. The time when quarry species are protected is known as the close season and during this period it is illegal to shoot game or deer. Hunting for some can begin under level 3 of new zealands lockdown. There are 6 species of huntable waterfowl in new zealand.
Victorias duck hunting season a risk to breeding populations. Developed by the new zealand mountain safety council msc a hunters tale represents the most comprehensive exploration of hunting participation and incidents in new zealand. Jan 15, 2019 victorias duck hunting season a risk to breeding populations, experts warn this article is more than 1 year old the victorian game management authority says season will end three weeks early. New zealand fish and game said it was shaping up to be a good season. Apr 24, 2020 as the annual duck shooting season fast approaches, otago shooters have been waiting with bated breath to see if they will get an opportunity to fill their bag this year. There are rules around shooting on council land so all signage should be adhered to. The level 4 lockdown period is scheduled to end prior to the start of the game bird season, and if we are all responsible during the next four weeks the game bird season is on. Today, some organisations including duck hunters are working to restore wetlands.
On the eve of the new zealand duck shooting season opening, end animal slaughter contributor paul judge calls for an end to the carnage as i write, the murderous mayhem of duck shooting season has been given the goahead by the government during new zealands. New zealand duck hunting season runs may through july and coincides with prime hunting for many big game species. The duckshooting season is due to start in two weeks, but there are still big questions about whether. Many believed it would be cancelled because of the covid19 lockdown, but the government has delayed the start of the season until the second weekend after alert level 2 arrives. Create an account, and login for full access including our free buy and sell section register now shinygreen mobile style. May 10, 2017 2017 duck hunting opening day otago south island new zealand. The dates are set for practical management and conservation reasons and for the interests of the countryside as a whole. The new zealand duck shooting season started on saturday. Hunting on foot permitted during level 3, but duck shooting season. The opening of the game bird season looks set to dawn with a period of rain in southland, which may favour duck. The southland duck shooting season will be a month shorter this year, despite the fees remaining the same. Hunting has been prohibited since new zealand moved to alert level 4, but hunters will be able to. Conditions in 2016 were even worse, but flying in the face of all credible scientific evidence state governments still permitted the shooting season to go ahead.
Hunting on foot permitted during level 3, but duck shooting. A game bird habitat stamp must be affixed to every licence to hunt or kill game or. Hunting closes half an hour after sunset on both days. For the rest of the season, hunting times will start half an hour before sunrise and end half an hour after sunset. To portion the duck into 4, gently cut out the 2 breasts and the 2 legs with a sharp knife. Pattern your shotgun get to know the ammunition and chokes you are using. That time of year duck shooting season opens on saturday. Open season for game in fish and game regions 2019gs743. Aug 15, 2014 the season that was duck hunting and shooting in new zealand with josh james kiwi bushman wild menu episode. One would expect that victorias premier, dr denis napthine, a former veterinarian, would understand the shocking pain and suffering native waterbirds are forced to endure, just so a.
For much of the 1800s and early 1900s, new zealand was a duck hunters paradise. Average duck shooting season predicted in southland stuff. Practice your calling make sure you know what you are doing with your duck call. It may not be quite the same but, at the end of the day, covid19 has put us in extraordinary circumstances. So its a timely reminder to ask hunters to apply common sense and adhere to the hunting rules and regulations. Its only two weeks until the duckshooting season starts but will hunters be able to keep up the tradition. Baiting is legal, but not always necessary because waterfowl remain unpressured by hunting. The mallard is a legal gamebird that is hunted during the annual mayjune waterfowl season. The season happens each year around the same time dont be alarmed. Give the blog by our campaign advisor a read and let us know if you agree. This is when most hunters take part and most birds are shot. New zealand moves to level 3 next week, but duck shooting season has been postponed. Practice your shooting organise a clay bird session with your mates before the season starts. Christine rose is the campaign advisor for world animal protection new zealand.
The duck hunting season starts each year on opening day, the first saturday in may. The manson family of tokanui, southland, have been duck shooting for over 60 years together. Riverview lodge specializes in intimate hunting parties of 34 hunters and their partners. The mallard and grey duck shooting season this year will last until the end of may. This weekend is the beginning of the duck shooting season. March 14 licences go on sale click here to buy one. Youll find lots more information on other species on this page in the north and south island hunting guides. As the annual duck shooting season fast approaches, otago shooters have been waiting with bated breath to see if they will get an opportunity to fill their bag this year. Thousands of hunters have turned out for the opening day of the 2017 duck hunting season. Game birds and wildfowl can only be shot in certain months and the deer stalking season is also set. Delayed duck shooting season better than none, says hawke. Government has given hunters the green light to hunt on private land when new zealand moves to level 3 next week, but duck shooting season has been postponed. The bird gallery links to indepth descriptions of most new zealand birds. Known to the maori as putangitangi, but now commonly referred to as the paradise duck, it is a prized game bird.
The victorianbased coalition against duck shooting organises a team that you can sign up to. Odt files as the annual duck shooting season fast approaches, otago shooters have been waiting to see if they will. It is the lowest opening day bag limit since 2009, which specified two birds with an additional three wood ducks, and the lowest season long. Most duck hunters only shoot on opening day, but the dedicated hunt throughout the autumn season. The opening of a 2020 duck hunting season is based on 2019 data and forecasts. As duck hunters prepare for the delayed opening of the game bird season, the firearm safety council aotearoa new zealand is urging them to focus on safety while harvesting ducks for their family. Duck hunting is available earlymay through june north island and through july south island.
All hunting is over decoys on private lakes, ponds and grain fields. Proficient callers are more successful hunters, and often enter duck calling competitions held in pubs prior to the hunting season. Game bird season will go ahead otago daily times online news. Does covid19 mean the end of the openplan workplace. Baste the duck skin with a mix of pomegranate molasses and orange juice. Duck shooting season dates and bag limits for mallards and paradise shelduck in each region throughout the south island and north island of new zealand. Hunters head out to their shooting spots in the dark, and shooting starts at dawn.
Duck hunting guides provide guided duck hunts for new zealand waterfowl, including the beautiful paradise duck, endemic to new zealand, plus new zealand grey, mallard and spoonbill ducks. For a start, here are some key dates and checklists and at the bottom are some helpful info links for you. Apr 25, 2020 the government has delayed the start of the season until the second weekend after alert level 2 arrives. The black swan can be another option if you are a trophy bird collector. Duck hunting in new zealand nzhistory, new zealand history. Roast for 45mins per kg until golden brown then remove your duck from oven and leave to rest for 20 mins.
These conditions will expire at the end of the open season for game specified under the second schedule for each fish and game region. May 02, 2020 hunting on the opening weekend will start at 8am on both saturday 2 may and sunday 3 may 2020. Sunlive duck shooting season begins the bays news first. Open season for game in fish and game regions 2020gs608.
The paradise shelduck tadorna variegata is a large gooselike duck endemic to new zealand. The government has delayed the start of the season until the second weekend after alert level 2 arrives. Game bird season opens saturday may 23 important updates to the 2020 season under covid19. Duck hunting in new zealand nzhistory, new zealand. Click here to demand an end to duck shooting in australia. Heres what you need to know for the new duck shooting season in nz. The duck shooting season, scheduled to start on may 4th, would now start and end later.
Around 40,000 kiwis packed their guns and ammo on saturday and headed out at dawn for the opening of this years duck shooting season. For many there is a close season when it is illegal. Regional season dates and bag limits can be found here. Duck hunting in new zealand is from comfortable maimais duck blinds on land or water, usually 23 hunters per blind. Ducks may have been giving a lifeline of a few extra weeks, but eager hunters are expected to be out in force early on saturday as duck shooting season gets under way. The opening of the game bird season looks set to dawn with a period of rain in southland, which may favour duck shooters. Contemporary duck hunters also use nontoxic shot it used to be lead, as hunter gary girvan explains in his book duck hunting in new zealand david bateman, 2007. Duck shooting has already been banned in queensland, new south wales and western australia due to extreme cruelty. Video of the rescue and subsequent release of an australasian bluewinged shoveler shot on the opening of the 2014 victorian recreational duck shooting season. It makes no sense to allow the shooting season to go ahead as lockdown eases. Pheasant, quail and other game bird species have a longer season, finishing in august.
976 104 348 641 1182 464 1552 461 381 1260 979 88 1231 654 905 999 1295 585 691 945 1439 1074 147 1247 360 900 644 1373 1530 330 879 321 911 1011 642 221 993