Hen harrier
The hen harrier has been severely persecuted for taking game species and has suffered massive declines in numbers as a result. Thankfully, conservation projects are underway to reduce conflict…
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Response to hen harrier brood management proposals
Hen harriers are one of the rarest breeding birds in England. The Wildlife Trusts cannot support the recent decision by Natural England to licence what is called “brood management” of hen harriers…
Marsh harrier
The courtship of the marsh harrier is certainly a sight to behold - wheeling and tumbling through the sky, male and female partners lock talons in mid-air. Look out for this rare bird over…
Where to see hen harriers
Although the hen harrier is on the brink of extinction in England, there are still strong populations in Wales and Scotland, and on the Isle of man. Find the best Wildlife Trusts sites to visit for your best chance of seeing the impressive displays of the grey male.
Birds of prey
Few birds inspire awe as often as birds of prey, those athletic aerial predators that rule the roost when it comes to the food chain.
Identify birds of prey
The UK is home to a variety of birds of prey - predatory birds equipped with sharp talons and hooked bills. This page will help you identify common birds of prey as well as some rarer species.
Naze birds of prey evening
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Join Faith and her team from Imperial Bird of Prey Academy and find out about their fascinating collection of birds.
Birds of prey working with nature
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Meet birds of prey up close with falconers Andrea Keyland and Angela McCabe, and discover how they help control pests.
Where to see birds of prey
Find the best Wildlife Trusts nature reserves to go searching for raptors, flying solo or gathering in groups.
Blashford Lakes: Autumn Wildlife Explorers
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Join us for a morning of autumn wildlife exploration at Blashford Lakes!
Celebrating Elke Mackenzie: Explorer, scientist and lichenologist, in honour of LGBTQ+ History Month
Finley Reynolds, Co-Chair of The Wildlife Trusts' Out for Nature network, explores the legacy of Elke Mackenzie—a trailblazing botanist and explorer whose lichenology work shaped natural…
Fat hen
Fat hen is a persistent 'weed' of fields and gardens, verges and hedgerows. But, like many of our weed species, it is a good food source for birds and insects.