Thousands of migrating birds are expected to take advantage of the rich food sources of the Thames Estuary in the next few weeks. Many of the birds that arrive on the Thames are on their way to Africa or Asia and rely on these feeding grounds to give them enough energy to complete their journey. The Thames Estuary is ranked the fifth most important site for waterbirds … [Read more...] about Thames Estuary set for bird invasion
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Three chicks for Yorkshire falcons
Peregrine falcons nesting in the Yorkshire Dales National Park have produced three young. Staff and volunteers from the RSPB and the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) who run a special free peregrine watch viewpoint at the Cove have been waiting patiently for a chance to find out how many youngsters were in the nest. [pullquote]The chicks are really fluffy … [Read more...] about Three chicks for Yorkshire falcons
Children Help Barn Owls
Wildlife experts from the World Owl Trust and Forestry Commission have teamed up with local schools to help protect barn owls in south Cumbria. The World Owl Trust at Muncaster Castle near Ravenglass and the Forestry Commission at Grizedale Forest near Ambleside are joint partners in the Rusland Valley Barn Owl Project, which aims to improve barn owl numbers and habitat … [Read more...] about Children Help Barn Owls