Oregon’s wildlife protection officers are actively cracking down on the illegal use of thermal imaging cameras by hunters, a technology that has become increasingly accessible and controversial. After a recent crackdown in Clackamas County, where 13 hunters were arrested and 14 infrared devices were confiscated, officials emphasize the need for ethical standards in hunting practices.
The Oregon Hunters Association supports the ban, arguing that the use of such technology undermines fair chase ethics, which prioritize a wild animal’s chance of escape. With fines for poaching reaching up to $50,000, the implications of these regulations not only impact hunting laws but also the overall population of game species in the state.
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