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Hunting regulations and seasons in Greece and Cyprus

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2026-08-18 18:23 UTC → 2026-08-26 10:14 UTC · added ~~removed~~

The Greek government established the fee structure and subscription costs for the 2026–2027 hunting season, including specific rates for EU and non-EU nationals and requirements for hunting federations to allocate at least half of their revenue to wildlife conservation. Following these regulatory updates, hunting seasons commenced in Greece and Cyprus. In Kos, Greece, the season is scheduled to run from August 20, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with local clubs reporting an a 10% to 15% increase in license renewals. In Cyprus, the summer season began on August 23, 2026, with specific regulations requiring hunters to use the Artemis Cy application to record harvests for wildlife management. The Cyprus Hunting and Wildlife Conservation Federation has issued safety warnings regarding high temperatures and fire risks. In the Macedonia and Thrace regions of Greece, approximately 35,000 hunters are active across 63 local associations. Giannis Frangidis, a board member of the Macedonia-Thrace Hunting Federation, noted that the abundance of game in the Evros region and its Delta wetland attracts international hunters, suggesting potential for hunting tourism. The federation is currently prioritizing scientific population recordings, managing wild boar to protect crops, and assisting in wildfire prevention. Furthermore, recent legislative changes have permitted the reopening of certain burned areas for activity sooner than the previous five-year restriction.

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