Ambelopoulia Collection

Seized dead birds from raid on illegal trapping operation by the Game Fund in Republic of Cyprus area, birds include Cuckoo, Blackcap, Spotted Flycatcher, Leeser Whitethroat

Seized dead birds from raid on illegal trapping operatuon by the Game Fund in Republic of Cyprus area, birds include Cuckoo, many Blackcaps, Spotted Flycatchers, Leeser Whitethroat

Red-backed Shrike Lanius collurio illegally trapped on limestick in olive grove in autumn Cyprus

A Great Reed Warbler is cut free from an illegally erected mist net in olive grove Cyprus autumn. The bird would have been killed and sold as a delicacy to restaurants, known as ambelopoulia

Seargeant Kyriacos Elia from Sovereign Base Area Police at Deleleia with seized illegal trapping equipment from dawn raids autumn Cyprus

Martin Hellicar from Birdlife Cyprus holding a limestrick with trapped Blackcap Cyprus autumn

Akis an officer from the British Sovereign Base Area Police anti trapping unit at Dekeleia holds a Blackcap Sylvia atricapilla rescued from a trappers mist nest in Cyprus autumn

Ambelopoulia (means birds of the vineyards) small migratory birds prepared for eating (mainly Blackcaps but also Lesser Whitethroat and Great Reed Warbler) Cyprus September

Blackcap caught on limestick Cyprus

Car radio sound system used to play birdsong in orchard to attract migrant songbirds for ambelopulia Cyprus autumn

Limesticks illegally set in an olive tree to trap migratory birds for ambelopoulia Cyprus autumn

Seargeant Kyriacos Elia and team from Sovereign Base Area Police at Deleleia with seized illegal trapping equipment from dawn raids autumn Cyprus

BirdLife Field Officer with a Blackcap Sylvia atricapilla illegally trapped on limestick for use as ambelopulia Cyprus

Red-backed Shrike Lanius collurio cut out from a trappers illegal mist net Cyprus autumn

Game Fund anti trapping team with seized trapping equipment including limesticks, sound devices and mist nets Cyprus autumn

Christakis an officer from the British Sovereign Base Police at Dekeleia Cyprus extracting an illegally trapped Great Reed Warbler from a mist net in olive grove

police Officer Christakis dismantles illegally erected mist nets in olive grove in Dekelia Sovereign Base Area of Cyprus. Birds are trapped and sold as the food delicacy ambelopoulia

BirdLife Field Officer with limesticks found set illegally in an olive growve in autumn Cyprus

Blackacap Sylvia atricapilla caught in trappers illegal mist net Cyprus autumn

Blackcap Sylvia atricapilla being released from limestick by using water to make lime more soluble Cyprus autumn

Blackcap Sylvia atricapilla illegally trapped on limestick for use as ambelopulia Cyprus

Speaker attached to sound system to play bird song to attract song birds for catching and selling illegally as ambelopoulia Cyprus autumn

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"Unveiling the Dark Reality: Ambelopoulia, a Culinary Crime Against Nature" In a daring raid on an illegal trapping operation by the Game Fund in the Republic, authorities seized countless dead birds. These innocent creatures, known as ambelopoulia or "birds of the vineyards, " were being prepared for consumption after their tragic capture. Amongst them was a Red-backed Shrike, illegally trapped on a limestick within an olive grove. Its vibrant feathers and melodious song silenced forever due to human greed. But hope emerged when a Great Reed Warbler was discovered entangled in an illegally erected mist net. Rescuers worked tirelessly to set it free during Cyprus' autumn season. Seargeant Kyriacos Elia from Sovereign Base Area Police at Deleleia stood tall with pride as he held evidence seized from these unlawful activities. The battle against this cruel practice continued with Martin Hellicar from Birdlife Cyprus showcasing another limestrick device that had ensnared a helpless Blackcap. Akis, an officer from the British Sovereign Base Area Police anti-trapping unit, joined forces to combat this heart-wrenching crime against nature. Together they fought for justice and protection of migratory birds who fell victim to ambelopoulia's demand. The sight of these lifeless bodies served as a stark reminder of our responsibility towards wildlife preservation. Ambelopoulia may be synonymous with culinary delight for some but should never overshadow the importance of conservation efforts. Let us unite against such practices and raise awareness about the devastating consequences they have on our delicate ecosystems, and is time we cherish these small migratory birds not only for their beauty but also for their vital role in maintaining ecological balance. Together we can ensure that future generations witness these magnificent creatures soaring through vineyards rather than succumbing to senseless exploitation under the guise of tradition or taste buds.