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Woodcock Woodcock are traditionally viewed as one of the most sporting of birds and their appearance adds excitement to any day’s shooting. Their curious zig-zagging flight, and distinctive form make them instantly recognisable, but the numbers of breeding woodcock are declining and shooters can help. Download our Woodcock factsheet here
Gamekeeping Today, there are some 5,000 full-time gamekeepers employed in the UK. In addition, there are many who spend their leisure time and money, rearing game and maintaining habitats on their own small shoots. A gamekeeper can be professional or amateur but their role is the same, to look after
Wild Boar Best practice Defra consultations Firearms requirements FAQs Species background and ecology Wild boar (Sus scrofa) were once native to Great Britain but became extinct some 300 years ago. However, following escapes or deliberate releases from wild boar farms or animal collections, they have now established breeding populations in