The use of snares anchored traps made from wire, rope, or cable is endangering the region’s native wildlife in South Africa’s Western Cape. Organizations, including the City of Cape Town and the Cape Leopard Trust, have taken measures to address the rising use of snares, including organizing a snare awareness information gathering and executing a snare patrol. The consequences of snaring go beyond the unsuspecting victims it primarily targets, as it disrupts the ecosystem and intensifies humanwildlife conflict. A Snare Free hotline has been set up for residents to report trapped animals, highlighting the critical role of community involvement in wildlife conservation efforts.
