The Dangers of Bird Trackers

BY DR DANIEL HOLDSWORTH Dear Editor, Regarding the article on the tracking of various birds using tags, there is a steadily accumulating body of evidence that shows that this practice isn’t very good for the birds thus tagged, and that the deleterious effects range from mild impairment to severely handicapping birds. The main effects of tags are to cause aerodynamic drag (this is especially the … Continue reading The Dangers of Bird Trackers

Major Eagle Nest Increase on Gamekeeper Managed Land

A new survey has shown a 57% increase in eagle nests in only 7 years in Scotland on land managed by professional gamekeepers. The national study, following on from similar surveys in 2013 and 2015, was conducted by The Scottish Gamekeepers Association, which has 5300 members in Scotland. Officials asked members for locational details of active eagle nests on the ground they manage, with 35 … Continue reading Major Eagle Nest Increase on Gamekeeper Managed Land