The Death of a Pioneer

Orlagh, a red kite born in Co. Wicklow in 2023, made history by attempting to nest in Co. Carlow in 2025, a first in over 300 years. Tragically, she was found dead in March 2026 due to poisoning from an illegal pesticide. This incident highlights ongoing issues with wildlife poisoning and the need for public vigilance.

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! →

Green 9H goes exploring

Hawk-Eyes Red Kite Green 9H fledged from a huge Monterey Pine tree at a nest site in Co. Down in late July 2024. It had one sibling (Green 9J), which wasn't fitted with a satellite transmitter. In mid-August Green 9H started exploring into Co. Armagh and south Co. Antrim and then in late August he … Continue reading Green 9H goes exploring →

Police appeal for information as Rare ‘White’ Kite shot in Co. Down

Police are appealing for information after the shooting of a protected Red Kite outside Mayobridge, Co. Down, in April 2024.

Be Wildlife Crime Aware – The Disturbance of Nesting Birds

Be wildlife crime aware - the disturbance of nesting birds

An update on Kevin

An update on satellite-tagged red kite 'Kevin', monitored as part of the Hawk-Eyes Project using GPS tracking to monitor birds of prey. #WatchoutforWildlifeCrime