Synonyms for

Poachers

Verb / ˈpəʊtʃɜ:z / Another word for poachers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Poachers are people who illegally hunt or catch animals, especially protected or endangered species.

Synonyms & similar words

seapoacher poacher seapoker hunters trespassers outlaws bandits rangers predators intruders trespassers violators lawbreakers rustlers pirates stalkers plunderers raiders

Example sentences

  1. The park rangers caught the poachers with a shipment of illegal animal parts.
  2. Poachers often target endangered animals for their valuable horns or tusks.
  3. The community organized a campaign to stop poachers from hunting in the forest.
  4. The poachers were arrested and fined for hunting without a license.
  5. The government implemented stricter laws to combat poaching.

Quotes

  • Poachers are not just criminals, they are enemies of nature. - Wangari Maathai
  • Poaching is a selfish act that steals the beauty of our natural world. - Jane Goodall
  • The true measure of a man is how he treats the weakest creatures. - Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson

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