Why Were Hunting Laws Passed?

February 4, 2022

 

Just imagine the following picture. Several thousand years ago, a man appeared. There are many theories about why this happened, but that is not what we are talking about now. The main thing is that we understand that this moment is the starting point of his evolution. And what seems primitive to us now was once a remarkable discovery like man's ability to take a stick and a sharpened piece of stone to make a spear, for example. And all this to survive. Namely to protect his life and his family. And not only from predators, who perceived you as a competitor in their territory, but also to protect their family from hunger and cold. To give her food and warmth. So over time, by killing mammoths, man learned to build a yurt out of their bones, pulling their skin over this structure. There were also tribes where killing a mannoc was considered a rite of initiation of a boy into a man, that he was worthy of going hunting on an equal footing with the others.

Many traditions, or should I even say habits, have lived in man since those times. Hunting must be the most ancient craft that has survived to this day. Although if we look back at the modern world and its rules, again, which were created so that everyone would be comfortable in society, we can't help but notice how dramatically everything has changed. Hunting is now more like a form of hobby for humans. Some still create their special rituals, stick to them and teach their offspring about them. No matter how it brings up in a man a lot of qualities, which find their application in everyday life: assiduity, patience, methodicalness, accuracy, concentration, ability to calculate in advance, willpower, respect to the prey, and their craft. And these skills have been honed over the years. But despite all these advantages, where it is possible to tell, there are no disadvantages for the real connoisseur. Except for the danger, who cares about that? It's in the human blood to look for trouble. Why are there so many restrictions, and why, for what, and for whom were all these laws invented?

Why Were Hunting Laws Passed?

This question should be considered holistically and from both the animal and the hunter's point of view. There is nothing convoluted about it. It is created to control both the former and the latter.
We are well aware that humans are sometimes insatiable or overly cruel. Poachers and illegal hunters often walk the forest trails and try to cash in on the sale of valuable and, let's be honest, not cheap goods. And the worst thing is that they kill animals indiscriminately, completely without going into the nuances - and whether it is allowed to shoot and destroy it. Therefore, such control by the laws scares many people away, but unfortunately, not everyone. Therefore, always ask for the proper documents and permits from such an "entrepreneur."
Also, we know very well with you the laws, which are, first of all, seasonal, and very many rules vary from state to state. Again, there are several reasons for this. The first is to limit human access from the nests or mating grounds and times of animals, that is, the continuation of their species, so as not to overrun all the game. After all, they too have their essential function in the circle of life. Plus, the "bag" is limited, which means limiting the animals you can take with you. The motives here are the same. Let's look at Yellowstone Park for a prime example. Think back to when people decided to kill all the wolves, and the ecosystem changed. The lack of predators on the reservation led to a breeding rate of deer. But when fourteen wolves were brought into the park in 1995, scientists and researchers were shocked at how positively it affected the microclimate of the forest. Fourteen wolves, of course, could not eat all the deer, but they made them more cautious in their choice of grazing areas and avoided certain areas of the park. Vegetation began to revive in those areas. In six years, the number of trees increased fivefold. Beavers appeared and needed the trees to build dams. Muskrats, ducks, and fish appeared in the backwaters. Wolves reduced the population of jackals, which led to an increase in the number of hares and mice, and they, in turn, attracted hawks, ferrets, and foxes to the park.
Nocturnal hunting is also a common issue. In some places, it is under a total ban. It is allowed at certain hours and on specific animals in other sites, such as fur-bearing and small pest animals. This is just the opposite of justified by their not small population. And again, for an example, we can go to the history of Australia, were very actively began to multiply rabbits and destroy crops that no one knew what to do with this miracle. So, again, maybe Greenpeace can say something about this, but why should we face such trouble as long as we can control it this way.
And while we're on the subject, it's also worth noting that the law also applies to the weapons you're using. This law is driven more by the question of humanity. If hunting were an easy and uncomplicated business, if it were always won only by man, then experienced warriors would not have to share the intricacies of their craft (for sure, went out and shot). All the problems ended with the man as soon as he started using firearms in this business. But no. No matter how you spin it, nature will always create its own conditions where you run the risk of being left empty-handed. And if we're talking about fair play, the animal deserves a quick and not painful death. Likewise, this law limits the risk of mutilating game, which can happen if you use a large caliber weapon, for example. In fact, as primitive as these reasons may seem, they are incredibly important in order to maintain the microclimate of the environment of a particular area. Even though it's indirect, and seems completely unrelated, but because of the sheer number of laws that are different for each state, permits for certain weapons and other equipment, the removal of game lack of knowledge, experience - all of these nuances also do a good job of discouraging the process. And that means less competition, and fewer fools who can only hurt it and don't want to take it seriously. And also think about how it protects your pocket. Because, if you look at the complex - it's very expensive hobby. And not everyone is willing to go for it.
In conclusion, I would like to say one thing. You and I are part of nature, and yes, man is just as much a predator as any other animal. But it is important to always remember this delicate balance, which must not be disturbed. If it is said that man is the most intelligent creature, yes, he is. But nature is much smarter and will always find a way to control us.