Do you have any questions?
Can hunting be practiced year-round in a hunting ground in Asturias?
No, hunting is only allowed during the open seasons established in the annual hunting ban order. This regulation sets out the game species and the legal hunting periods for the season. In our article on the hunting season in Asturias, you can find detailed information on species and dates for the current season.
What types of hunting grounds exist in Asturias?
In Asturias, there are two types of hunting grounds: common game-use land and special game-use land. In the former, hunting is permitted freely, provided the hunter has a hunting license and the mandatory civil liability insurance. The latter includes hunting refuges, safety zones, fenced and enclosed areas, regional game reserves, private hunting grounds, and regional hunting grounds.
Is there a private hunting ground in Asturias?
Yes, there is a private hunting ground in Asturias: the Coto Privado de Caza de Pandemules, located in Caso and Ponga. This ground covers 604 hectares and is currently the only private hunting ground in operation. It allows hunting enthusiasts to enjoy rabbit hunting.
How many hunting grounds are there in Asturias?
Asturias has 92 hunting grounds, covering more than 900,000 hectares. Most of the hunting grounds in Asturias are regional hunting grounds, with 55 currently in operation. There is also one private hunting ground still active, and 11 regional game reserves.
What types of hunting are allowed in the hunting grounds of Asturias?
Two types of hunting are allowed in the hunting grounds of Asturias: big game and small game. Big game includes species such as chamois, roe deer, red deer, fallow deer, and wild boar. Small game includes small mammals and birds such as rabbit, fox, magpie, red-legged partridge, pheasant, and lapwing, among others. However, the annual hunting ban order determines the game species and legal periods, and may prohibit the hunting of certain species in specific seasons. Therefore, it is essential to consult this order to know exactly which species are permitted and which are banned each season.