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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Owls & Birds of Prey
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Learn more about the unique characteristics and habitats of Birds of Prey and Owls on our one day course at Nower Wood.
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.
Winter Wildlife Explorer Pack
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Turn your winter walk into a wild adventure- hire a Winter Wildlife Explorer Pack!
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.
British Birds of Prey: Interactive Q&A and Demonstraton
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Experts from BB Falconry Bird of Prey Experience Centre give a fascinating introduction to British birds of prey!
Where to see birds of prey
Find the best Wildlife Trusts nature reserves to go searching for raptors, flying solo or gathering in groups.
Bird of Prey Quiz
Take on our bird of prey quiz and find out how much you know
Baby birds
Parents will not abandon baby birds after they have been touched by humans, but whether you found a baby bird in your garden, or your cat brought one home as a gift, it is important to think before rushing in to help. Make sure you ask yourself "should I try to help this baby bird?", and that you are properly prepared to do so.
Identify garden birds
Can you spot Britain's top ten garden birds in your garden? Find out how to identify common garden birds and how you can attract birds to your garden.
A history of birds and place
We can learn about nature in the most unexpected ways. Even the names of places offer us an opportunity to learn, not only about the wildlife on our doorstep, but local history too. Author,…
Birds of Morecambe Bay
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Southern Reserves Officer, Scott Petrek, introduces us to the birds of Morecambe Bay