Police have confirmed that a Red Kite found in December on the Tullymore Road, close to the A1 between Newry and Banbridge, was poisoned. The bird of prey, only 8-months old, was part of a state of the art tracking project known as ‘Hawk-Eyes’. The movements of the bird were recorded using GPS-satellite technology and … Continue reading Red Kite confirmed poisoned outside Newry
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Hawk Eyes Project Secures Major Grant to Protect Ireland’s Raptors
The Hawk Eyes project has received funding from The Heritage Council to track red kites and buzzards in Ireland using GPS satellite technology. This initiative will enhance conservation efforts by monitoring these birds' movements, habitat use, and threats while promoting public engagement and education on raptors in key regions.
Northern Ireland Raptor Study Group Petition to Ban Possession of Dangerous Pesticides supported by 50,000 people!
The NIRSG held a Raptor Conference last weekend which provided incredible insights into a range of topics locally and globally. Many of the talks raised a consistent theme of targeted persecution of birds of prey. Not least among these was the on-going issue in Northern Ireland of the Possession of Dangerous pesticides. The NIRSG highlighted … Continue reading Northern Ireland Raptor Study Group Petition to Ban Possession of Dangerous Pesticides supported by 50,000 people!
The 2024 Red Kite cohort start exploring
Thanks to additional funding received from the Environment Fund from Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) the Hawk-Eyes project continued to deploy satellite tags on some of our most persecuted species in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland in 2024. Focus this year has been on Red Kites in particular. Juvenile Red Kite 'Green H6' … Continue reading The 2024 Red Kite cohort start exploring
White-Tailed Eagles: First breeding pair confirmed in Northern Ireland in over 150 years.
White-tailed Eagles have successfully bred in Northern Ireland for the first time in over 150 years, with a pair fledging a chick in Co. Fermanagh. Reintroduced to the Republic of Ireland from Norway, their return to Northern Ireland highlights the importance of suitable habitats for raptors in the region.
Eyes to the Skies
As we enter the breeding season we ask that you keep a special watch out for birds of prey showing breeding behaviour. Signs to look out for, that may mean birds are nesting nearby, are calling, carrying sticks, mobbing crows and other raptors, displaying (loop-the-loop and diving from great height) and carrying food. You can … Continue reading Eyes to the Skies
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