The rules may be a little vague, but the opportunities for halal game is growing as wealthier Muslims seek out new experiences.
Halal hunted game meat is becoming increasingly popular as a healthier and premium alternative product in wealthier countries with sizeable Muslim communities.
There are no international standards for halal game, but, according to The New Muslim Guide, written by Fahd ibn Saalim Baa Hammaam (also known as Fahd Salem Bahammam) in association with Islamic scholars, “Muslims are permitted to hunt lawful animals and birds (that) cannot be easily caught and slaughtered”, so long as they are eaten.
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Andreia Nogueira