birds

Protecting the hen harrier

Hen harriers are magnificent birds, known as “skydancers” for their aerobatic courtship displays in spring.  They nest on the ground in heather moorland.  Their main prey is field voles and meadow pipits, although they will also take red grouse. The latter makes them unpopular on shooting estates, particularly those which make huge profits from driven

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