Russia Booby Traps Animal Carcasses to Use as Mines

Russian troops have begun using the remains of wild animals as improvised explosive devices.

This is according to new footage released by the Telegram channel Para Pax.

The material shows what appears to be a warhead hidden inside an animal carcass, with explosives carefully embedded within the tissue and entrails.

The recording documents how these modified carcasses are attached to drones and dropped over select areas. According to the post, the tactic is used both for mining territory and for targeted strikes against Ukrainian positions.

This method poses serious challenges for detection. Unlike conventional landmines or munitions, the use of organic material disguises the devices, increasing the likelihood of accidental detonation and injuries among personnel operating in the field.

One image released shows a drone already equipped with a prepared carcass, reportedly moments before release.

Instances of booby-trapped animal remains have been reported previously during Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, alongside other unconventional mining tactics. These have included the rigging of abandoned military equipment and even the bodies of deceased Russian soldiers.

Additionally, reports suggest that animals are being used not only as explosive carriers but also for logistics. Russian military units have reportedly begun using donkeys for transporting equipment in forward areas—believed to be a response to shortages of vehicles and robotic logistics platforms.