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Israel Faces Wildlife Crisis Amid Rising Hiker Fatalities

12/12/2025

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In 2025, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority reported wildlife protection challenges.
The authority noted a rise in rabid animals and 15 hiker fatalities.
Campsite visits rose to 480,000, while vultures remained stable despite drought.
The Israel Nature and Parks Authority invested 15 million NIS in vulture protection and distributed 64,000 rabies vaccines.
Director Raya Shurki called for improved visitor management and public education.

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Story summary

In 2025, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority reported wildlife protection challenges.
The authority noted a rise in rabid animals and 15 hiker fatalities.
Campsite visits rose to 480,000, while vultures remained stable despite drought.
The Israel Nature and Parks Authority invested 15 million NIS in vulture protection and distributed 64,000 rabies vaccines.
Director Raya Shurki called for improved visitor management and public education.