SnareWatch

If you have any concerns about the use of snares, anywhere in the UK, you can share them with us on the SnareWatch website.

You can tell us if your pet was caught in a snare, report findings of animals trapped in snares, raise concerns about possible illegal misuse of snares or simply let us know if you’re worried about snares you have seen in a particular area.

Otter pup killed in illegal snare in Lanarkshire 01-22

The animal was found in the Carron Valley Forest area and later died from injuries received.

Wildlife officers carried out an investigation and police in the Kilsyth area appealed for information regarding the incident.

Type of snare

Illegal

Where

Carron Valley Forest, North Lanarkshire

When

January 2022

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