Definition of «gamekeeper»

A gamekeeper is a person who manages and protects wildlife, particularly on private estates or in parks. They are responsible for maintaining healthy populations of animals by controlling predators, managing habitats, and ensuring that hunting practices are sustainable. Gamekeepers may also be involved in the breeding of game birds such as pheasants or partridges to provide sport for hunters.

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The gamekeeper patrolled the grounds of the estate to ensure that poachers were deterred from entering.
The gamekeeper was responsible for managing the populations of deer, pheasants, and other game species on the property.
The gamekeeper's keen eyes and expertise in tracking helped to identify any signs of disturbance or illegal activity within the game reserve.
As a gamekeeper, it was essential to possess knowledge of local wildlife and their habitats to maintain a healthy and sustainable ecosystem.
The gamekeeper employed various methods, such as setting traps and surveying the area, to monitor game populations and prevent overhunting.

Sentences with «gamekeeper»

This resource holds teaching notes, pupil worksheets and a PowerPoint presentation on the conservation work of gamekeepers in retaining and enhancing the biodiversity of the countryside (tes.com)
The breed was developed in England by gamekeepers for protection against poachers. (akc.org)
And one of the most versatile — and popular — game meats available to the consumer is venison, much of it entering the food chain as a direct result of the recognised need for gamekeepers to control deer in order to limit crop damage, promote woodland regeneration, protect vulnerable habitats, maintain biodiversity and prevent road traffic accidents. (tes.com)
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Definition of «gamekeeper»

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