LINKS
Scottish Raptor Study Group

Birding related sites

This project is based at Doune near Stirling and provides visitors with an opportunity to follow guided farm walks which normally culminate at a hide overlooking a Red Kite feeding station. Full details on the site.

The site provides details of the Galloway Red Kite reintroduction and where to see them.

The site provides the background for the project which aims to re-establish a breeding population of Golden Eagles in Ireland using young birds from Scotland. There are also details of the White-tailed Eagle and Red Kite reintroduction projects in Irelan

It is planned to introduce 15 chicks each year from Norway as part of a project to re-establish a White-tailed population in Ireland. This site explains the background to the scheme and will provide updates on its development.

The site contains details of the work of the panel, species, data access policy, recording forms, reports and contact information. The RBBP is a partner in the Scottish Raptor Monitoring Scheme.

Excellent birding site for the Island of Skye.

The site provides details of a new trail through the outstanding scenery of the Trossachs where there are opportunities to see some 9 different species of birds of prey.

This site provides details of the Conference, its venue and its full programme. The 2007 Conference will be held at Groningen, Netherlands from 31st October - 4 November.

Ornithological Clubs and Organisations

This is the official site of Birdlife International, a conservation organisation which strives to conserve birds, their habitats and global biodiversity, working with people towards sustainability in the use of natural resources.

The BTO is a charity dedicated to researching birds found in the UK. Its work is to promote and encourage the wider understanding , appreciation and conservation of birds by conducting high quality, impartial research in field ornithology.

The role of the RSPB in raptor work speaks for itself and many of its staff, as well as its members, carry out fieldwork on behalf of area Raptor Study Groups. The RSPB is also a partner in the Scottish Raptor Monitoring Scheme.

Scotland's National Bird Club with branches throughout the country providing meetings and excursions. The SOC is a partner in the Scottish Raptor Monitoring Scheme.

Government & Statutory Organisations/Agencies

The JNCC is the official Govt. wildlife adviser, undertaking national and international conservation work on behalf of the three UK agencies, English Nature, SNH and the Countryside Council for Wales.

Now based at North Berwick within the Lothian and Borders Police Area. The unit gathers intelligence on national wildlife crime and provides investigative support to police and customs officers across the UK.

The agency tasked to ensure the conservation and enhancement of Scotland's unique and precious natural heritage.

Tayside Police has updated its web pages on Wildlife Crime providing information on the force's commitment in this area.

Other organisations and links

The official site of BADA which raises awarenss of tick-borne diseases.

Chris is a professional photographer of birds, nature, wildlife and the environment, well known to most of us for his stunning photographs of birds of prey.

Dylan Mackey is a web developer and animator with a passion for digital photography. His site has some super photographs and he has provided SRSG with flight shots of Hobby

an organisation dedicated to the preservation and welfare of hares (including mountain hares)

David Whitaker is a member of Highland RSG and is based at Spean Bridge. He works throughout the Highlands and has provided many of the photographs for this site for which SRSGs are extremely grateful.

This is one of top ranked sites in the 'Fat Birder' birding 500 websites and when you see the fantastic images showing the work of Jiri Bohdal it is little wonder. Jiri has kindly allowed us to use a Hobby image.

Research related bodies

CEH is the UK's centre of excellence for research in the land and environmental sciences. Its parent organisation is the UK NERC.

a community of eagle experts from around the globe who work to save the world's eagles with pages on activities, events and projects.

Roy Dennis needs no introduction and is a long term member of Highland RSG. The Foundation is a charity dedicated to conservation and research , currently involved in projects with Ospreys, Red Kite, White-tailed Eagle, Marsh Harrier and Honey Buzzard.

NERC funds world class science in universities and their own research centres that increase knowledge and understanding of the natural world.

A charity with close links to SRSGs whose mission is to conduct objective research to underpin the wise management of wildlife resources. NR collaborates with SRSG members on ecological and conservation-focused studies on a wide range of raptors.

This committee (KOO) was founded in 1981 by a group of individuals concerned with research and protection of birds of prey in Poland. A super site - well worth a visit.

The raptor research foundation are bringing their conference to Scotland in 2009 and it will be hosted by the SRSGs. The conference will be held at the Atholl Palace Hotel, Pitlochry, and keep an eye on the news pages of this site for updates.

This is a new site about conserving the Barn Owl and its environment. It provides details on research and educational projects.

The PBMS quantifies the levels of pesticides and pollutants in predatory birds from throughout Britain. Much of their work depends on volunteers sending in eggs and carcases for analysis.