"The new rules would restrict the shooting of species including the distinctive woodcock, and the striking pintail, goldeneye and pochard ducks, all of which are classed as under threat and have seen their populations fall sharply in recent years."
"The resident British breeding population of woodcock is now Red-listed as a high conservation priority by the International Union for Conservation of Nature."
"The proposals would extend the close season for woodcock across England, Wales and Scotland, reflecting a coordinated effort to protect these declining species."
"The nature minister Mary Creagh said the proposals showed the government was committed to protecting wildlife and improving animal welfare."
New proposals aim to ban hunting of six threatened bird species in the UK, including woodcock and various duck species. The pochard, once common, is rapidly declining. The woodcock population is now Red-listed as a high conservation priority. Proposed changes will extend the close season for woodcock across England, Wales, and Scotland. The consultation process will also consider adding wood pigeon to the Wildlife and Countryside Act, introducing a close season for their breeding period. The government emphasizes its commitment to wildlife protection and animal welfare.
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