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The slaughter tourism trade in Serbia

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In all European Union countries to the north and east of Serbia (except Romania), Turtle Doves are strictly protected. For God’s sake, how much can we extract from 400 shooters, to make it worth encouraging large scale wildlife poaching and tainting the country’s name? Money and effort are being invested in that protection.

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Where to See Kiwi (and other birds) During the Rugby World Cup

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To that end please enjoy this quick guide of where to go birding and wildlife watching when based at any of the many World Cup locations. Don’t forget you can also see some wildlife on the road as you go ! North of Dunedin is Orokonui , a wildlife Sanctuary modeled on Karori with a fence to keep introduced mammals out.