Evaluation of the use of hunting potential in the Republic of Buryatia

Abstract

The article considers the current state of hunting resources use in the Republic of Buryatia. The dynamics of abundance and production of the main species of commercial animals from 1990 to 2017 is analyzed. The low demand for some species leads to underutilization of the available potential. The greatest efficiency of hunting resources use is observed in relation to sable and musk deer. On the basis of data on the number, production of hunting animals and average market prices for products, the potential and annual use of hunting resources have been estimated. Hunting farms in the region are characterized by an extensive production method, based on the provision of lands for hunters on the rental basis. Share of expenses for the development of infrastructure and the implementation of biotechnical measures in hunting farms expenditure pattern is insignificant. The main directions of improvement of hunting resources use effectiveness are the measures aimed at increasing the number of hunting animals (biotechnical measures), combating illegal hunting, regulating the number of large predators. The use of hunting areas for recreational purposes and development of hunting tourism is promising.