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From Conservation to Corruption: The Dark Side of Macedonia’s Kri Kri Hunts

Ethics vs. Profit: The Stark Reality of Macedonia’s Kri Kri Exploitation The management of wildlife and conservation practices often varies significantly from one region to another. This article explores two contrasting case studies: the sustainable hunting of the Kri Kri ibex on Sapientza Island in Greece, and the high fenced hunting practices in Macedonia. These …

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Stand for Ethical Hunting – Petition

Remove Illegally Obtained Kri Kri Ibex Trophies from SCI Record Books Dear Fellow Hunters and Conservationists, We are at a pivotal moment in the history of ethical hunting and wildlife conservation. A concerning trend has emerged in the hunting of the Kri Kri ibex, particularly in Macedonia and other regions, where illegal trade practices are …

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Hunting Kri-Kri Ibex: A One-of-a-Kind Experience

The Kri-Kri ibex (Capra aegagrus cretica) is a kind of ibex native to the Mediterranean island of Crete. The Kri Kri ibex is slightly smaller than its mainland relatives, with males weighing in at around 150 pounds and females averaging around 100 pounds. These animals are Associated with good fortune and prosperity by the locals, …

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How Trophy Hunting Saved the Kri Kri Ibex From Extinction: A Historical Analysis

Trophy hunting is a controversial yet effective tool that has been used to save the endangered Kri Kri ibex from extinction. The Kri Kri ibex is an iconic species of wild goat that is endemic to the Greek island of Crete, where it is a symbol of local culture and conservation. The Kri Kri ibex …

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What is illegal Hunting for Kri-Kri Ibex?

Illegal hunting is hunting without the game management authority and government permission. It is when a person hunts without permission, the necessary and sufficient documents, or using banned methods such as bow or rifled firearm and scope. The Kri-kri ibex is an endangered species in Greece. This happens because it was over-hunted. Whenever you want …

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What is the Kri-Kri Ibex?

What is NOT the Kri-Kri Ibex? The Kri-kri ibex is NOT the subspecies of bezoar ibex. Recent scientific genetic studies have disproved that the Kri Kri is related to the bezoar ibex. On the other hand, some outfitters in Turkey are still trying to push this concept.https://auction.safariclub.org/10-day-Turkey-Taurus-Bezoar-Ibex-and-Coastal-Ibex-Hunt-for-One-Hunter_i43880208 The agrimi goat Capra aegagrus cretica is unique …

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