674 fawns saved from mowers in 2025 through volunteer effort

Each spring, fawns, hares, and ground-nesting birds seek refuge in tall grass, a natural behaviour that often puts them at risk of being killed by mowing machinery. To address this, the Ministry of Agriculture established a national register of volunteers in March 2025. This system allows farmers to coordinate with helpers to locate and relocate vulnerable animals before mowing begins.

On Tuesday, the Ministry announced that this initiative proved highly successful in 2025, with 674 fawns saved through the collaboration of farmers, hunters, and the non-profit organisation 'Sauvons Bambi Luxembourg'.

The rescue process involves farmers alerting volunteers prior to mowing. Using drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras, teams conduct aerial searches over fields and meadows. Once a fawn is detected, trained individuals carefully move it to safety and return it after the mowing is complete.

To prepare for the 2026 season, Sauvons Bambi Luxembourg is issuing a call for new volunteers. The association is seeking both drone pilots and helpers trained in the safe handling of fawns. The non-profit offers free training and certification for prospective drone pilots, even for those without prior experience.

However, the actual handling of the animals is reserved for individuals who have completed specific training on best practices for interacting with the vulnerable young fauna. Those interested in volunteering can register through the association's website.