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Peregrine falcon

Like many of our birds of prey, the peregrine falcon was so persecuted, numbers fell dramatically. Thankfully, this super-speedy flyer is now making a comeback, particularly in our towns, where it…

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Peregrine falcons

Once a bird of wild places, you are now more likely to catch a peregrine falcon in a city than out in the countryside. You can even watch from the comfort of your sofa from one of the many live streaming webcams.
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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.

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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.
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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.

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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.

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Where to see birds of prey

Find the best Wildlife Trusts nature reserves to go searching for raptors, flying solo or gathering in groups.