Birds of Prey form a unique part of our natural heritage in Scotland and provide tremendous pleasure to countless thousands of visitors to the countryside as well as to local communities. Although appreciated by most people living in rural areas, unfortunately, and despite legal protection for over 50 years, raptors continue to be persecuted. Some species also remain at risk to egg collectors. SRSGs are dedicated to the monitoring and conservation of raptors.

Historically, the conservation and protection of raptors has been dependant on the commitment of dedicated individuals who unstintingly gave of their time and energy studying behaviour and monitoring breeding performance. The re-colonisation of the Osprey and the re-introduction of White-tailed Eagle and Red Kite would not have been possible without the dedicated and selfless work of individuals, many of whom have formed the core membership of Raptor Study Groups. The first Raptor Study Groups were formed around 25 years ago and since then the number of Groups has grown to 11, covering a significant part of Scotland (see Area Groups). There are now over 250 members of groups, involved in both individual and co-ordinated studies on all diurnal raptors breeding is Scotland as well as Owls and Ravens (see Raptors).

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