What is a game bird?
Q: What is a game bird?
A: A game bird is a wild bird species that is hunted, killed and eaten by humans.
Q: What is the purpose of hunting game birds?
A: Hunting game birds is a sport and a way of getting food.
Q: Are there laws governing the hunting of game birds?
A: Yes, usually there are laws which govern the hunting of game birds.
Q: What types of laws are associated with hunting game birds?
A: Gun laws are usually associated with hunting game birds. Regulations also protect the birds' breeding season.
Q: How are game birds managed?
A: Birds can be "managed" on estates to ensure that there are enough birds for the next shooting season.
Q: What is the Game Act 1831?
A: In the United Kingdom, game is defined in law by the Game Act 1831.
Q: What organizations have a say in how hunting of game birds is regulated?
A: The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) and the Forestry Commission have a big say in how the hunting of game birds is regulated.
