As predatory game, the native predators that are subject to hunting law are referred to. These primarily include fox, badger, raccoon dog, raccoon, nutria, stone marten, mink, and otter. Although the predators lynx, wildcat, otter, and wolf are also subject to hunting law, these animals are protected year-round.
The huntable wildlife species are generally well adapted to life in our cultural landscape and develop high population numbers without hunting, which is why intensive hunting is necessary: on the one hand for disease prevention, and on the other hand to protect the game, primarily small mammals and ground-nesting birds.
Particularly adaptable wildlife species such as raccoon, mink, and raccoon dog can be hunted year-round, with only leading parent animals temporarily exempt from the sharp hunt.
For hunting predatory game, sitting and especially trap hunting is recommended.