Neanderthals in Malta?

Although it was a crucial part of humans’ survival 100,000 years ago, hunting is now nothing more than a violent form of recreation that the vast majority of hunters do not need for subsistence. Hunting has contributed to the extinction of animal species all over the world. Hunting disrupts migration and hibernation patterns. It is still difficult hard to understand why hunting is still authorized in the 21st century, especially bird hunting in Malta. While one understands that the votes of the hunters and their families seem still decide on the outcome of elections in Malta, it is very deplorable that none of the existing and past government have taken action to abolish completely bird hunting. Honestly speaking, my impression is that matters became worse since the last elections. People having decided to live outside development zones ( at least what is left of it) have to endure the relentless noise of shooting, starting early morning and stopping only late in the evening. Crossing armed and camouflaged troglodytes on the streets or on the countryside always remain a shocking experience, especially when our children ask us about them. How would one explain to children witnessing the shooting down of a bird the reason behind such an action? Why does the Church have no opinion and moral guidance on hunting?

The Coalition Against Spring Hunting, composed of 11 NGOs and Alternattiva Demokratika, is actively collecting signatures for a referendum to abolish the derogation on spring hunting. The Coalition has collected so far over 10,000 signatures out of the 34,000 required by law. I urge you to contribute with your signature to the referendum request to at least stop once for all spring hunting in Malta, the first step to abolish hunting all together.