The Secret Life of Birds of Prey  
Feathers, Fury and Friendship
Published by Pen and Sword
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ISBN: 9781399093255
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Enter the fascinating world of the UK’s birds of prey. These noble hunters, with their remarkable flying skills, good looks and mysterious ways, are amongst our most attractive and interesting wildlife. They are some of the most enigmatic and rare species too, and this book will reveal them to you.

Learn about the falcons, hawks, kites, osprey and eagles that grace our skies and landscape – from their impact on our culture in past and recent times, their value and uses in falconry, the history of their persecution and decline at the hands of humans, to their return to the UK through our reintroduction and conservation efforts.

Admire their beauty up close with gorgeous photography and take an extraordinary peek into their secretive world. Be inspired by the moving words of people across the UK, who have described their thrilling, first-hand encounters, and discover where you can ethically experience these birds for yourself, to form an enduring connection with nature and make memories that will last a lifetime.

This accessible and inspiring guide will help you to uncover the details of the habits, habitat, behaviour and diet (and much more) of our UK birds of prey, and show you how they bring delight and magic into our lives.
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Enter the fascinating world of the UK’s birds of prey. These noble hunters, with their remarkable flying skills, good looks and mysterious ways, are amongst our most attractive and interesting wildlife. They are some of the most enigmatic and rare species too, and this book will reveal them to you.

Learn about the falcons, hawks, kites, osprey and eagles that grace our skies and landscape – from their impact on our culture in past and recent times, their value and uses in falconry, the history of their persecution and decline at the hands of humans, to their return to the UK through our reintroduction and conservation efforts.

Admire their beauty up close with gorgeous photography and take an extraordinary peek into their secretive world. Be inspired by the moving words of people across the UK, who have described their thrilling, first-hand encounters, and discover where you can ethically experience these birds for yourself, to form an enduring connection with nature and make memories that will last a lifetime.

This accessible and inspiring guide will help you to uncover the details of the habits, habitat, behaviour and diet (and much more) of our UK birds of prey, and show you how they bring delight and magic into our lives.
Table of contents
  • Cover
  • Title
  • Copyright
  • Contents
  • Foreword
  • Acknowledgements
  • Introduction
  • General information and advice
  • Chapter 1 Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Steve Shand’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 2 Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Kate Stephenson’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 3 Merlin (Falco columbarius)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Craig Dibb’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 4 Hobby (Falco subbuteo)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Anna Gilbert-Falconer’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 5 Buzzard (Buteo buteo)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Joe Harkness’ story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 6 Red kite (Milvus milvus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Chloé Valerie Harmsworth’s story and poem
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 7 Hen harrier (Circus cyaneus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Where to see them
    • Marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Howard Vaughan’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 8 Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • James Aldred’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 9 Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Sandi Monger’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 10 White-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Chloé Valerie Harmsworth’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 11 Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Daniel Brooks’ story
    • Where to see them
  • Chapter 12 Osprey (Pandion haliaetus)
    • History and current situation
    • Description, characteristics and behaviour
    • Habitat, nesting habits and breeding
    • Angela Foxwood’s story
    • Where to see them
  • Useful resources
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