A decision by the Scottish government to ban snares would be catastrophic to threatened bird species, including the iconic capercaillie.
The Agriculture (Wales) Act will make it illegal to use snares in Wales, despite the threat to species conservation and livestock protection.
The Scottish government has announced a consultation on the use of snares in Scotland.
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