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1. www.rspb.org.uk › whats-that-bird-of-preyBritish Birds of Prey Identification: Identifying Raptors

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   Slim, medium-sized bird of prey. Males are blue-grey above, with a paler underside and black tips to their wings. Females are mainly brown, with a streaked body and wings, and bars on their tail. Both males and females have a noticeable white rump. Rounded, owl-like face shape. Yellow beak with a black tip.

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3. www.rspb.org.uk › birds-and-wildlife › british-birdsBritish Birds of Prey: Raptors Under Threat

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   By the end of 1918: Five of our 15 breeding birds of prey (Goshawk, Marsh Harrier, Honey buzzard, White-tailed Eagle and Osprey) had been driven to extinction in the UK. From 1940: Peregrines were killed on government orders to protect carrier pigeons during World War 2.

4. www.wildlifetrusts.org › identify-birds-preyIdentify birds of prey | The Wildlife Trusts

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   • What bird of prey have you spotted? ‘Birds of prey’ are large, predatory bird species that have hooked bills, sharp talons, strong feet, and keen eyesight and hearing.
   • Sparrowhawk. Where: Variety of habitats, including gardens, across the UK. Description: Small. Males have blue-grey backs and white underparts with orange barring.
   • Buzzard. Where: Grassland, farmland and woodland across the UK. Description: Medium. Brown plumage, broad wings and a short tail. ©Chris Lawrence. ©Bob Coyle.
   • Red kite. Where: Woodland and farmland mainly in Wales and South East England. Description: Large. Reddish-brown plumage, black-tipped wings with white patches underneath, and a forked tail.

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6. www.rspb.org.uk › birds-and-wildlife › identifying-birdsBritish Bird Identification Guides - The RSPB Wildlife Charity

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   The Nightjar. The enigma. The legend. These almost mythical birds arrive from Africa every summer to raise their young. Our comprehensive guides on British bird identification will help you spot and recognise a variety of bird species, from garden birds to birds of prey.

7. www.woodlandtrust.org.uk › 09 › bird-of-prey-callsBird of Prey Calls and Identification UK - Woodland Trust

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   The pointed wings and comparatively short tail are the telltale features of a peregrine in flight. The trailing edges of the wings are usually held in a straight line when gliding. Look for fine dark barring on otherwise pale underparts and a dark grey head and upperparts. The strong, dark 'moustache' is also a dead giveaway. Not to be confused wit...

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   Peregrines use various vocalisations, including an 'ee-chup' call to announce themselves to other birds, wailing and a 'chi-chi-chi' contact call between mates. Listen out in spring and summer when breeding is in full swing.

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   These fast, agile hunters are often found in upland habitats or along sea cliffs across the UK, as well as on wetlands and marshes in winter. They're also increasingly breeding in urban areas, particularly where tall buildings offer good nesting sites.

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8. www.countryfile.com › wildlife › how-to-identifyBirds of prey guide: how to identify UK raptors and where to ...

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   Birds of prey guide: how to identify UK raptors and where to see them - Countryfile.com. Learn how to identify hawks, falcons and harriers from their wing shape, colour and flight patterns with Countryfile's expert guide to British birds of prey.

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   What birds of prey are in the UK?

   • Learn how to identify 13 of the UK's birds of prey with our quick guide to their calls, key features and likely hangouts. 1. Common buzzard (Buteo buteo) Common buzzard in flight. The common buzzard has a brown head, back, 'trousers' and top side of the wings. The undersides of the wings are pale in the centre, with darker wing tips and edges.

   Bird of Prey Calls and Identification UK - Woodland Trust

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   What do birds of prey look like in the UK?

   • The UK’s birds of prey come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes: Where: Variety of habitats, including gardens, across the UK. Description: Small. Males have blue-grey backs and white underparts with orange barring. Females are brown above, with grey barring underneath. Read more Where: Grassland, farmland and woodland across the UK.

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   What do birds of prey eat?

   • ‘Birds of prey’ are large, predatory bird species that have hooked bills, sharp talons, strong feet, and keen eyesight and hearing. They tend to feed on small mammals, birds, insects and reptiles. The UK’s birds of prey come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes: Where: Variety of habitats, including gardens, across the UK. Description: Small.

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   What is the smallest bird of prey in the UK?

   • The merlin is the UK's smallest bird of prey. Female merlins are mainly brown with a streaked breast and barred tail. Males have slate-grey upperparts and orange hued belly. In flight both can resemble the shape of a peregrine, but their behaviour gives them away. Look for rapid wing beats and a low, sometimes bobbing hunting flight.

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   What birds eat roadkill in the UK?

   • All year round Buzzards are the UK’s most common bird of prey and can be found almost everywhere. Keep an eye out for them perching on lampposts or fences at the side of roads. Red Kites mainly feed on carrion and can often be seen soaring high above roads, on the lookout for roadkill.

   British Birds of Prey Identification: Identifying Raptors

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   When did birds of prey become legal in the UK?

   • A pair successfully bred and reared a chick in England in 2023. Most UK bird of prey populations have recovered significantly over the past 100 years. This is largely thanks to: Legal protection, which was introduced in 1954 for most birds of prey, except the Sparrowhawk which gained legal protection in 1963.

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10. www.wildlifetrusts.org › birds › birds-preyBirds of prey | The Wildlife Trusts

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    Discover the amazing birds of prey that live in the UK, from eagles and hawks to owls and falcons. Learn how to identify, protect and enjoy these majestic creatures.