The 2025 hunting season in Dominica has officially begun, running from September 22 to December 31, as announced by the Forestry, Wildlife, and Parks Division of the Ministry of Environment, Rural Modernization, Kalinago Upliftment, and Constituency Upliftment. Hunters must possess a valid hunting license to participate, ensuring compliance with national wildlife conservation laws. Additionally, the sale and limited export of wildlife or its parts will be permitted from September 23, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with export permits mandatory for any such transactions. The ministry has issued a stern warning that unauthorized sale or export of wildlife will result in legal penalties, including fines of five thousand Eastern Caribbean dollars (XCD 5,000) per offense. Licensed hunters are allowed to target specific species during the season, including crabs from the Gercarcinidae family, agouti, and manicou (opossums). However, hunting or fishing in freshwater streams without a license is illegal, and the hunting of other species such as frogs, birds, snakes, and iguanas is strictly prohibited. Violators face fines of two thousand five hundred dollars (XCD 2,500) per offense. Hunting licenses and export permits are available for purchase starting September 22 at the Forestry, Wildlife, and Parks Division office on Windsor Park Link Road, as well as at the Sub-Treasuries in Portsmouth and Marigot. The division emphasizes the importance of public cooperation in conserving and sustainably managing Dominica’s natural resources. For further details, individuals can contact the division at Tel. 266-5863 or 266-5852.