scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Watch SRSG volunteers ringing red kites on this week's episode of Landward www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...bbc.co.ukBBC Scotland - Landward, 2026, Episode 16Dougie meets the world’s oldest Aberdeen Angus herd as they mark a special anniversary. 010
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Defra's Call for Evidence on all aspects of gamebird rearing, releasing & shooting is now open - this is your opportunity to be heard! Closes 1 Nov 2026. Details ⬇️ raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/09/05/d...raptorpersecutionuk.orgDefra’s Call for Evidence on all aspects of gamebird rearing, releasing and shooting is now open – this is your opportunity to be heardFurther to yesterday’s blog, Defra’s Call for Evidence on all aspects of gamebird rearing, releasing and shooting is now open, and will close at 23.59hrs on 1st November 2026. The Call … 14728
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 07/08/2026GENERAL Licence restrictions imposed on two Scottish shooting estates after evidence of raptor persecution crimes: Milton of Drimmie Estate (Perthshire) & Invermark Estate (in the notorious Angus Glens). New blog ⬇️ #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/08/07/g...raptorpersecutionuk.orgGeneral Licence restrictions imposed on two Scottish shooting estates after evidence of raptor persecution – Milton of Drimmie (Perthshire) & Invermark Estate (Angus Glens)NatureScot has today announced a three-year General Licence restriction on two shooting estates: Milton of Drimmie Estate, near Blairgowrie, Perthshire, and Invermark Estate in the Angus Glens. MIL… 27950
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 23/06/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 @jennygilruth.bsky.social is the #NatureChampion for the Kestrel! Jenny will work with @rspbscotland.bsky.social + @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social to champion these charismatic falcons in Holyrood. Read more: www.scotlink.org/species/kest... 📸 ScotGov | Louise Greenhorn 031
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 29/06/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 Mark Simpson MSP is the #NatureChampion for the Short-eared Owl! Mark will work with @rspbscotland.bsky.social + @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social to champion these 'nomadic' owls in Holyrood. Discover more: www.scotlink.org/species/shor... 📸 ScotParl | Jack Stephen 031
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 23/07/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 @clairebakermsp.bsky.social is the #NatureChampion for the Merlin! Claire will work with @rspbscotland.bsky.social and @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social to champion these small but mighty birds of prey in the Scottish Parliament. Read more 👇 www.scotlink.org/species/merl... 121
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 18/06/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 @hollybruce.bsky.social is the #NatureChampion for the Peregrine! Holly will work with @rspbscotland.bsky.social and @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social to champion the world's fastest animal in the Scottish Parliament. Learn more: www.scotlink.org/species/pere... 071
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialScottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 15/06/2026If you were a Nature Champion what would you champion? From golden eagles to coral reefs, Scotland's wildlife is incredible but 1 in 9 species are at risk of extinction. Encourage your local MSPs to become Nature Champions. Nature needs your voice in the Scottish Parliament! #whatwouldyouchampion 084
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 09/06/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 Meghan Gallacher MSP is the #NatureChampion for the Red Kite! Meghan will work with @rspbscotland.bsky.social and @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social to champion these graceful birds of prey in the Scottish Parliament. 👇 www.scotlink.org/species/red-... 📸Michael Harvey 121
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 08/06/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 Carol Mochan MSP is the #NatureChampion for the Hen Harrier! Carol will work with @rspbscotland.bsky.social and @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social to champion these beautiful birds of prey in the Scottish Parliament. Read More: www.scotlink.org/species/hen-... 📸 Andy Hay 022
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 01/06/2026Catching the people illegally killing Britain's birds of prey - BBC film goes behind the scenes with RSPB Investigations team. #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/06/01/c...raptorpersecutionuk.orgCatching the people illegally killing Britain’s birds of prey – BBC film goes behind the scenes with RSPB Investigations teamFollowing on from the publication of the RSPB’s latest report on the illegal killing of birds of prey in the UK (Patterns of Persecution, published last week), the BBC has released an eight m… 14724
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 26/05/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 @markruskell.bsky.social is the #NatureChampion for the White-tailed Eagle. Mark will be working with @rspbscotland.bsky.social + Scottish Raptor Study Group to champion these incredible birds. 👉 www.scotlink.org/species/whit... 📸 CCBY4.0 ScotParl | Les Carter 272
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 26/05/2026The @rspb.bsky.social is calling for gamebird shooting in England and Wales to be licensed, arguing estates should face tougher consequences when protected birds are killed on their land. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukBritain's protected birds of prey still illegally targeted – RSPBThe charity says more than half of attacks happened on or near land managed for game shooting. 000
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialFroglife @froglife.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Encourage your MSPs to be a voice for nature in Parliament and become a Nature Champion! ow.ly/CoCu50YMGAE Nature Champions, Scottish Environment LINK #NatureChampions #WhatWouldYouChampion #VoiceForNature 033
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 25/05/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 @mareetodd.bsky.social is the #NatureChampion for the Golden Eagle! Maree will be working with @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social + @rspbscotland.bsky.social to champion these majestic birds in Holyrood. 👉 scotlink.org/species/gold... CCBY4.0 ScotParl | Simon Jones 064
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 25/05/2026📣 Nature Champions News! 📣 @emmaroddicksnp.bsky.social is the #NatureChampion for the Capercaillie! Emma will be working with @rspbscotland.bsky.social to champion these rare birds in the Scottish Parliament. Find out more: www.scotlink.org/species/cape... 📸 CCBY4.0 ScotParl 0113
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialScottish Environment LINK @scotlink.bsky.social · 25/05/2026Scotland is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. Is the government doing enough to fix it? Our new Progress Tracker monitors 136 critical actions to create accountability for nature recovery. The results might surprise you. Explore the tracker: www.scotlink.org/sbs-tracker/ 0115
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialNature Champions @naturechampions.bsky.social · 18/05/2026Scotland’s wildlife needs a voice! 1 in 9 species are at risk of national extinction, but our #NatureChampions initiative is making a difference by connecting MSPs with the habitats and species that need them most. MSPs: Become a voice for nature today! Learn more www.scotlink.org/link-campaig... 075
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Trial extended for two Scottish gamekeepers accused of offences relating to alleged shooting of Red Kites in Cairngorms National Park. NB: Comments turned off as legal proceedings are live ⚖️ #RaptorResearch #WildlifeCrime raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/05/01/t...raptorpersecutionuk.orgTrial extended for two Scottish gamekeepers accused of offences relating to alleged shooting of Red Kites in Cairngorms National ParkA four-day trial against two Scottish gamekeepers has been extended after the court ran out of time to hear all the evidence. Head gamekeeper Graeme Rankin and assistant gamekeeper Steven Hague app… 02821
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Great news from the Glasgow Peregrine Project - two eggs successfully hatched over the weekend. Tune in to their Instagram and Facebook account to get all the latest updates in the lives of Bonnie and Clyde 👀 #raptors #peregrine #glasgow 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Join the Glasgow Peregrine Project Peregrine watch days to learn more about these fantastic birds. First one Sat 25 April.. 000
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 19/04/2026No prosecution after man crushed Peregrine eggs at St Albans Cathedral in Hertfordshire last year. New blog ⬇️ #RaptorResearch raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/04/19/n...raptorpersecutionuk.orgNo prosecution after man crushed Peregrine eggs at St Albans CathedralNo charges are to be brought against the individual seen trampling a clutch of Peregrine eggs on the roof of St Albans Cathedral in Hertfordshire last year, according to Hertfordshire Police and th… 62222
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRuth Tingay @ruthtingay.bsky.social · 25/01/2026Our latest paper on Golden Eagle research in Scotland, using DNA from moulted feathers to assess apparent survival in territorial adults. As ever, data collection from Scottish Raptor Study Group @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social was vital. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... #RaptorResearch 06418
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialJosh’s Wildlife @joshswildlife.bsky.social · 26/02/2026Did a sketch of a lammergeier tonight inspired by a talk at last weekends @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social conference. #Birds #Pencildrawing #Art #ArtWork 013612
Reposted by @scottishraptorsg.bsky.socialRaptor Persecution UK @raptorpersuk.bsky.social · 30/09/202517 months! What's the hold up? Why isn't this decision-making process a priority for NatureScot? The consequences of this inaction were made v clear yesterday, with the suspicious disappearance of two more Golden Eagles in south Scotland. #RaptorResearch raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/09/30/1...raptorpersecutionuk.org17 months (& waiting) for NatureScot to make decision on General Licence restriction relating to ‘shooting & killing’ of sleeping Golden Eagle called MerrickThe Scottish Government’s nature advisory agency, NatureScot, has been now been procrastinating for 17 months on whether to impose a sanction on an estate in relation to the ‘shooting and killing’ … 13822
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 01/10/2025Two Golden Eagles 'disappear' in south Scotland - Police appeal for information raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/09/29/t...raptorpersecutionuk.orgTwo Golden Eagles ‘disappear’ in south Scotland – Police appeal for informationPress release from Police Scotland, 29 September 2025: APPEAL FOR MISSING GOLDEN EAGLE Detectives are appealing for information after a satellite-tagged golden eagle disappeared in the hills to the… 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 24/09/2025Red Kite found dead in Perthshire confirmed to have been poisoned (banned pesticide + rodenticides) raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/09/24/r...raptorpersecutionuk.orgRed Kite found dead in Perthshire confirmed to have been poisoned (banned pesticide + rodenticides)Press release from Police Scotland (24 September 2025): BIRD OF PREY FOUND TO BE POISONED IN PERTH & KINROSS AREA Enquiries into the death of red kite are ongoing. On 22 June, 2025 a dead red k… 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 19/06/2025'Reclaim Our Moors' - local residents in Sheffield & North Derbyshire start campaign for community ownership of 'trashed' grouse moors raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/06/19/r...raptorpersecutionuk.org‘Reclaim Our Moors’ – local residents in Sheffield & North Derbyshire start campaign for community ownership of ‘trashed’ grouse moorsAround 40 local residents from Sheffield and North Derbyshire have started a campaign to bring local grouse moors in to community ownership. The group ‘Reclaim Our Moors’ held its inaug… 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 03/05/2025Two men charged in relation to illegal killing of Red Kites in Cairngorms National Park raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/05/02/t...raptorpersecutionuk.orgTwo men charged in relation to illegal killing of Red Kites in Cairngorms National ParkPolice Scotland has today issued a short statement as follows: MEN ARRESTED AND CHARGED FOLLOWING THE DEATH OF RED KITES IN ABERDEENSHIRE Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with w… 012
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 24/01/2025When NS appoint their new CE the first question to ask the organisation is 'who are we working for, the game bird shooting industry or nature conservation? NatureScot capitulated on grouse moor licensing after legal threats by game-shooting industry raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/01/24/n...raptorpersecutionuk.orgNatureScot capitulated on grouse moor licensing after legal threats by game-shooting industryRegular blog readers will know that I’ve been trying to uncover the reasoning and process behind NatureScot’s sudden decision last autumn to change its approach and amend the brand new … 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 21/01/2025NatureScot fails to make any compliance checks on use of new grouse moor licences raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/01/21/n...raptorpersecutionuk.orgNatureScot fails to make any compliance checks on use of new grouse moor licencesAs many of you will be aware, the 2024 grouse shooting season in Scotland (12 Aug – 10 Dec 2024) saw the use of grouse moor licences for the first time ever, introduced by the Wildlife Manage… 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 07/01/2025UK Governments must decide on lead ammunition restrictions by March 2025 - you can have your say to help bring about a ban raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/01/07/u...raptorpersecutionuk.orgUK Governments must decide on lead ammunition restrictions by March 2025 – you can have your say to help bring about a banIn December 2024, long-delayed recommendations by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) for restrictions to be placed on the use of lead ammunition in the UK were finally published. Used shotgun … 000
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 02/01/2025Fully funded PhD available: The Impacts of Avian Influenza and Toxicants in Scottish Raptors raptorpersecutionuk.org/2025/01/02/f...raptorpersecutionuk.orgFully funded PhD available: The Impacts of Avian Influenza and Toxicants in Scottish RaptorsThe University of Edinburgh is seeking applications for a fully-funded PhD scholarship (4 years) on the subject of The Impacts of Avian Influenza and Toxicants in Scottish Raptors. SUMMARY This pro… 012
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 22/12/2024Another fantastic piece of analysis from RPUK. Stobo Hope - did GWCT 'advice' help avoid an Environmental Impact Assessment on the destruction of black grouse habitat? (Guest Blog) raptorpersecutionuk.org/2024/12/22/s...raptorpersecutionuk.orgStobo Hope – did GWCT ‘advice’ help avoid an Environmental Impact Assessment on the destruction of black grouse habitat? (Guest Blog)The following is a guest blog by someone who wishes to remain anonymous, although I know their identity. STOBO HOPE – DID GWCT ‘ADVICE’ HELP AVOID AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSME… 020
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 19/12/2024'Why are birds of prey still being killed in Scotland despite new legislation?' - special report in The National raptorpersecutionuk.org/2024/12/19/w...raptorpersecutionuk.org‘Why are birds of prey still being killed in Scotland despite new legislation?’ – special report in The NationalThe National newspaper published a special report on Monday 16 December 2024 entitled, ‘Why are birds of prey still being killed in Scotland despite new legislation?’, with a particular… 020
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 18/12/2024Two satellite-tagged hen harriers that disappeared from a winter roost both found dead with shotgun pellets lodged in their bodies raptorpersecutionuk.org/2024/12/18/t...raptorpersecutionuk.orgTwo satellite-tagged hen harriers that disappeared from a winter roost both found dead with shotgun pellets lodged in their bodiesNatural England has today posted a blog updating the status of three brood meddled satellite-tagged hen harriers, which had previously been reported as ‘dead, awaiting post mortem’ (x 1… 010
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 18/12/2024NatureScot is stalling on releasing overdue FoI documents relating to its grouse moor licensing shambles raptorpersecutionuk.org/2024/12/18/n...raptorpersecutionuk.orgNatureScot is stalling on releasing overdue FoI documents relating to its grouse moor licensing shamblesThere appears to be something very dodgy going on at NatureScot (NS), the Scottish Government’s statutory advisor on nature conservation. There’s been some shocking behaviour in recent … 011
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 17/12/2024RPSB launches interactive map showing fates of satellite-tagged hen harriers raptorpersecutionuk.org/2024/12/17/r...raptorpersecutionuk.orgRPSB launches interactive map showing fates of satellite-tagged hen harriersOver the last 17 years or so, satellite-tracking technology has revolutionised our understanding of not only hen harrier ecology, but also the persistent, illegal killing of these birds on driven g… 021
scottishraptorsg.bsky.social @scottishraptorsg.bsky.social · 08/12/2024Please vote for Ruth Tingay of RPUK, she has been nominated as 'Campaigner of the Year' in TGO Reader Awards 2025. She has done, and is doing, so much for environmental causes. Thank you. thegreatoutdoorsmag.com/awards/reader @raptorpersuk.bsky.social @chrisgpackham.bsky.socialgreatoutdoorsmag.com 2208
