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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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Barn owl

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.
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The 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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Blashford Lakes - Winter Wildlife Explorers

This link will open on the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust website.

Become a wildlife explorer for the morning and discover amazing species at Blashford Lakes.

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Talk: Birds & wildlife of Sri Lanka

This link will open on the Suffolk Wildlife Trust website.

Join Jonathan Forgham to discover more about the wonderful wildlife of Sri Lanka