Wildlife Minister Huw Irranca Davies has accepted a petition signed by more 200,000 people and many organisations demanding an end to the killing of birds of prey. The petition is the largest ever collected by the RSPB. Dr Mark Avery, the RSPB’s Director of Conservation, handed the petition to the Minister in front of a giant mosaic of a peregrine, held aloft by … [Read more...] about Petition demands end to killing of birds of prey
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‘Masters of Light’ – in the North York Moors
‘Masters of Light’, an exhibition by professional photographers Mike Kipling, John Devlin and Brian Jobson, begins a run of photographic exhibitions at Sutton Bank National Park Centre – all inspired by the diverse landscape of the North York Moors National Park. Prints of varying sizes will be available to buy and entry to the exhibitions is free. ‘Masters of Light’ … [Read more...] about ‘Masters of Light’ – in the North York Moors
Barn Owl death survey
This winter’s snow and ice is having a devastating effect on local Barn Owl populations in Northumberland, especially in the uplands which have seen deep snow cover for several weeks and face the likelihood of more to come. Barn Owls are unable to hunt successfully when there is snow cover on the ground and after three to four weeks can die in large numbers. More than a … [Read more...] about Barn Owl death survey
The Big Give – For native squirrels
On the 7th-11th of December 2009 The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside are teaming up with the Big Give to help protect the Red Squirrel. They are aiming to raise a total of £64,000 with a 'matched funding' scheme. Any money donated online at www.thebiggive.org.uk to the red squirrel appeal will be matched by the website. The Big Give … [Read more...] about The Big Give – For native squirrels
Squirrel Pox Virus in Merseyside
The first confirmed case of Squirrel pox virus in Blundellsands, Merseyside has been confirmed. This is a devastating blow to conservationists working to protect our endangered Red Squirrels. Sally Orritt from the Save our Squirrels campaign said ‘We are working to keep the Grey squirrels away from the Red Squirrels, we really need to get our message out loud and … [Read more...] about Squirrel Pox Virus in Merseyside