John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 13/10/2026The bird feeders have been reinstated at Lockwood Beck. More will be added has demand increases. @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social @whitbynats.bsky.social @clevelandnats.bsky.social 0203 20
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 12/05/2026Nightjars seen and heard in Guisborough Forest tonight @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social 0263 26
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 01/05/2026@clevelandnats.bsky.social @whitbynats.bsky.social @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social The bird feeders at Lockwood Beck will be taken down on Tuesday (5th). They will be reinstated in September. Thanks to all who helped with them and thanks to all who visited 0133 13
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 13/04/2026raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/04/12/1... @brittonatmarske.bsky.social Hi Dave This is the article about Golden Eagle reintroductionraptorpersecutionuk.org£1 Million government funding to explore re-establishment of Golden Eagles in EnglandThe UK Government has announced funding of £1 Million to explore the feasibility of re-establishing Golden Eagles in England. Golden Eagle (photo by Pete Walkden) Here is the Government’s pre… 000 0
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 07/04/20262 Swallows through Margrove Ponds this morning @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social 0173 17
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Male Ring Ouzel at Kildale near dead tree (NZ609083) also a few Wheatear @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social 0153 15
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 11/12/2025Another Hen Harrier suspected illegally killed on a grouse moor, her satellite tag had been 'removed'. Details and commentary ⬇️⬇️ #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/12/11/a...raptorpersecutionuk.orgAnother Hen Harrier suspected illegally killed on a grouse moor, her satellite tag had been ‘removed’Over the last few weeks I’ve blogged about a number of illegally-killed Hen Harriers whose deaths have been barely publicised by the authorities, but instead have been quietly entered onto a … 24632 46
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 15/08/2025BASC argues gamebird release restrictions should be lifted because "biosecurity is taken seriously". Erm, biosecurity measures didn't stop outbreaks of #AvianFlu at a gamebird breeding farm in Yorkshire in March or on a Pheasant shoot on Exmoor in July... raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/08/15/r...raptorpersecutionuk.orgRisks of releasing millions of gamebirds during Bird Flu epidemic discussed on Radio 4 Farming TodayBBC Radio 4’s Farming Today programme (aired yesterday, 14 August 2025) included an extended feature on the current row about the release of gamebirds (Pheasants & Red-legged Partridges) … 04815 48
Reposted by John MoneyNick Addey @longnabbirder.bsky.social · 28/07/2025The Mill Inn at Harwood Dale has reopened. You can now enjoy refreshments while getting your Turtle Dove fix! #Scarborough @nybirdnews.bsky.social @northyorksbirds.bsky.social 2396 39
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 25/07/2025With so-called 'partners' like this, the Hen Harrier Taskforce might as well pack up now before it becomes a laughing stock. #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime #UKbirding raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/07/25/h...raptorpersecutionuk.orgHow can the National Gamekeepers Organisation be seen as a credible partner on the Hen Harrier Taskforce after it published this nonsense?The police-led Hen Harrier Taskforce was launched in 2024 to tackle the ongoing illegal persecution of Hen Harriers on UK grouse moors. The Taskforce was set up specifically in response to the R… 04523 45
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 23/07/2025UK shooting orgs are frantically trying to look as though the forthcoming ban on the use of toxic lead ammunition was their idea all along... raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/07/23/d...raptorpersecutionuk.orgDefra’s announcement on forthcoming lead ammunition ban leads to extraordinary gaslighting exercise by game-shooting organisationsTwo weeks ago Defra made it’s long-awaited announcement that a ban on the sale and use of toxic lead ammunition (with limited exceptions) would be coming in to force across England, Wales and… 03613 36
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 10/07/2025Finally! This is an historic win for all those who have spent decades trying to get the govt to act. Non-compliance is expected to be high so effective monitoring & robust enforcement must follow. Defra press release + commentary from me ⬇️ raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/07/10/p...raptorpersecutionuk.orgPress release from Defra: Toxic lead ammunition banned to protect Britain’s countrysidePress release from Defra (10 July 2025): TOXIC LEAD AMMUNITION BANNED TO PROTECT BRITAIN’S COUNTRYSIDE New ban on use of lead in ammunition to protect iconic wildlife and clean up the nation’… 916556 165
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 07/07/2025March 2025: Defra withdraws GL45 amid concerns of Avian Flu. June 2025: BASC starts legal proceedings against this decision June 2025: Avian Flu outbreaks start popping up across the UK, including at commercial gamebird rearing facility. Defra 1 - BASC 0. raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/07/07/d...raptorpersecutionuk.orgDEFRA withdraws licence for release of gamebirds on Special Protection Areas due to high risk of avian flu – BASC starts legal challengeIn 2020, Wild Justice won a significant legal challenge against Defra, forcing it to introduce a licensing scheme for the release of gamebirds (Pheasants & Red-legged Partridges) on or near Nat… 15323 53
Reposted by John MoneyChris Packham @chrisgpackham.bsky.social · 04/07/2025Anyone remember where I parked my locally sourced organic Land Rover ? The Tragic Comedy of Grouse Shooting Lies: presented to you by your elected representatives , at the @wildjustice.bsky.social driven grouse shooting debate earlier this week – enjoy . 37595155 595
Reposted by John Moneybertmitchell.bsky.social @bertmitchell.bsky.social · 25/06/2025We are planning to take the TBC trip for the Nightjars on Monday 30th June Meet at Fountain Street East car park DIFFERENT FROM LASTYEARS Meet at 8.15. @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social @whitbynats.bsky.social @teesmouthbirdclub.bsky.social @northyorkshirebirds.bsky.social 1125 12
Reposted by John Moneybertmitchell.bsky.social @bertmitchell.bsky.social · 25/06/2025The car park is off Rectory lane Guisborough and is free after 6pm A short walk is required to reach the best viewing area More info contact Bert Mitchell on 07870 451648 073 7
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 21/05/2025 TBC are planning a trip to the Nightjars in Guisborough Forest in the next few weeks. Car sharing. Details and dates nearer the time. Weather dependent. @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.socialteesmouthbc.comTeesmouth Bird Club - Bird Watching North East | BirdingTeesmouth Bird Club is a leading bird watching club in the North East, covering areas such as Saltburn, Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hartlepool, Saltholme, Teesmouth. Find out more. 093 9
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 11/05/2025At least 4 Nightjars (3 Male 1 Female) in Guisborough Forest tonight (11th) @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social 0253 25
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 03/03/202515 Whooper's on Lockwood 12.04 @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social @whitbynats.bsky.social 0163 16
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 22/01/2025Whooper's still in field near Liverton @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social @whitbynats.bsky.social 0133 13
Reposted by John MoneyRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 19/01/2025Pathetically inadequate response from DEFRA / UK Westminster Govt to our petition to ban driven grouse shooting. Ignores all the evidence & will embolden The Untouchables. Our campaign will now intensify over coming weeks... #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/01/19/p...raptorpersecutionuk.orgPathetic Government response to Ban Driven Grouse Shooting petitionDEFRA has responded on behalf of the Westminster Government to the latest petition calling for a ban on driving shooting. Here is DEFRA’s pathetic statement in full: 16th January 2025 The Gov… 413362 133
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 18/01/20255 whooper swans in field approx 0.5 miles south of Liverton village, to the East of road just before the trees start @teesbirds.bsky.social @nybirdnews.bsky.social @whitbynats.bsky.social 0123 12
John Money @johnm54.bsky.social · 15/11/2024@rowbomark.bsky.social Hi Mark Welcome to Bluesky JohnM 100 1
