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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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Talk: Owls & birds of prey rescue

This link will open on the Suffolk Wildlife Trust website.

Stephanie Callister-Jarrold of Owls & Birds of Prey Rescue, Essex & Suffolk, will share her experiences

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Naze birds of prey evening

This link will open on the Essex Wildlife Trust website.

Join Faith and her team from Imperial Bird of Prey Academy and find out about their fascinating collection of birds.

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Barn owl

The beautiful barn owl is, perhaps, our most-loved owl. With its distinctive heart-shaped face, pure white feathers and ghostly silent flight, it's easy to identify. Look out for it flying…

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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.
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Evening Cruise on the Fleet Explorer

This link will open on the Dorset Wildlife Trust website.

Join us for an evening cruise on the Fleet Explorer to discover the fascinating wildlife of Chesil and the Fleet Lagoon.

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Evening Cruise on the Fleet Explorer

This link will open on the Dorset Wildlife Trust website.

Join us for an evening cruise on the Fleet Explorer to discover the fascinating wildlife of Chesil and the Fleet Lagoon.

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Where to see barn owls

Despite being one of the countryside's most famous birds, many have never seen a barn owl. Find out where and when to see a barn owl hunting silently for their favourite food - field voles.