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National Animal
The Lion“Humanity’s true moral test consists of its attitude towards those who are at its mercy”
Milan Kundera
Animals commonly seen in the wild
Marine fauna:
Sea turtles, whales, sharks, lobsters, dolphins, sea lions.
Birds:
Wild geese, ducks, eagles, vultures, storks, eagle owls.
Land mammals:
Bears, wolves, lynx, wildcats, horses, marmots, otters, martens, minks, sheep, boars, bats, shrews.
Snakes and insects:
Salamanders, newts, frogs, toads, snakes, vipers, moths, beetles.
Common sights you will not like
In the city and on the road
Carps are often kept in water tanks on the street and killed after customer has made his selection.
In theCountryside
Zabijacka, a traditional pig slaughter that happens in public in towns and villages during the winter season.
Ratings for Czech Republic Animals
On passing laws sanctioning cruelty to animals (from A -best- to G -worst) according to the World Animal Protection Index:
Not Rated
Hunting or poaching:
Hunting is allowed . Hunters might sometimes exhibit dead animals publicly.
Animal fights:
Although animal fighting is banned, dog fights still take place.
Sanctuaries to visit or volunteer:
N/A
We have not included the treatment of animals in the meat/fur/leather industries, zoos or circuses, animal testing as it unfortunately still happens in most countries.
