New chicks raise hope for hen harrier survival … but shooters take aim
by Robin McKie from Environment | The Guardian on (#4N1TQ)
Despite a successful breeding season, the endangered birds still face serious threats
A row has broken out between conservation groups over the wellbeing of one of Britain's most critically endangered birds of prey: the hen harrier. The dispute reveals a basic divide between experts on how to save the birds from eradication in Britain.
Natural England announces on Sunday that 2019 has been a record year for breeding success in England. A total of 15 nests had 12 successful breeding pairs and produced 47 chicks - improving on the previous high point of 46 set in 2006, news that was hailed "as a positive result" by the organisation.
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