SINCE May this year, Snare Aware, a small community organisation that focuses on the removal of snares, have removed 517 snares from greenbelts in and around Durban.
The team, which is also committed to spreading awareness about these illegal wildlife traps and their impact on biodiversity focus primarily in Amanzimtoti, have removed snares from Giba Gorge, Hawaan Forest (Umhlanga Rocks) and now Madwala Nature Reserve in Assagay.
PHOTO: Snare Aware Facebook page
The organisation recently removed 13 snares in the Madwala Nature Reserve in Assagay.
One of the members, who wished to remain anonymous, said snares are the most common poaching technique.
“We have also detected gin traps and the use of hunting dogs. Snares target wildlife indiscriminately and can capture species such as duiker, guinea fowl, dassies, mongooses, and caracal, although domestic dogs and cats may also be caught.”
PHOTO: Snare Aware Facebook page
PHOTO: Snare Aware Facebook page
PHOTO: Snare Aware Facebook page
He said the traps can either be erected on the ground, to catch animals around a foot, paw, or leg, or elevated from a tree branch to catch an animal around the neck.
“Snares may also be placed on tree branches to catch dassies. Often there may be sticks used to guide the animals into the snare, or to help prop up or disguise the snare.
Where are people poaching? Snares are placed on game trails very close to residential areas
How can you help? If you see any suspicious activity, snares or materials that could be used to make snares, please remove it and any associated materials, and report your findings (with an exact location if possible) by sending a message to Snare Aware on its Facebook page or contact SACAN .
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