Modern trappers have a range of techniques to ensure that only the furbearing animals they are targeting will be taken in their traps. For example, marten traps are set on tree limbs in special boxes to protect them from dogs and even birds. The location, timing and the way in which traps are set, the lures and baits used – these are all elements taught in trapper training courses to ensure that only targeted species are taken.
Answer by :
Biologist, Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (Missouri, USA)
Further information
Mandatory trapper education
By Wildlife Branch, Government of Manitoba
Trapper education
By Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Fur harvester course
By Government of Nova Scotia
Trapping in Ontario
By Government of Ontario
Trapper education
By Environment Yukon
