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    Licensed Hunting of Grey Seals in Sweden – 350 more Animals this Year

    Licensed Hunting of Grey Seals in Sweden – 350 more Animals this Year

    The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency has now decided on this year's hunt for grey seals, harbour seals and ringed seals. Licensed hunting of grey seals will increase by 350 animals this year compared to last year, with a total of 1,350 grey seals allowed to be shot until the beginning of next year. The protective hunt for harbour seals and harbour porpoises remains at the same level as last year, with 200 ringed seals and 200 harbour porpoises.

    Sweden have three different seal species, read more about them

    Sweden have three different seal species, read more about them

    Explore the dramatic journey of the Baltic Sea's seals from near extinction to recovery and the debates surrounding their resurgence.