Tag: UK wildlife
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Wildfires Threaten Red Kites and UK Raptors, Warn National Trust
Wildfires Endanger Britain’s Raptors, National Trust Reports Wildfires sweeping across parts of Britain pose a growing threat to the country’s key raptor species, including red kites, kestrels, and barn owls. The National Trust has released findings underscoring how these fires disrupt feeding, breeding, and habitat, with potential long-term consequences for predator-prey dynamics and biodiversity. Why…
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Red kites at risk from wildfires, warns National Trust
Wildfires threaten top predators and their habitats Red kites, kestrels, and barn owls are among the British wildlife species facing heightened danger from wildfires, according to a new report from the National Trust. The charred landscape left in the wake of fires not only destroys nests and habitats but also disrupts the broader food chains…
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European Wildcats Could Roam England Again: Reintroduction Feasible After 100-Year Gap
England Considers a Return for European Wildcats In a landmark moment for conservation, a two-year study in southwest England suggests that reintroducing the European wildcat could be feasible after more than a century of absence. The research indicates that suitable habitat, prey availability, and a supportive local community create a realistic path forward for restoring…
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Frankie the Flamingo: Missing After Escape from Cornwall Wildlife Sanctuary
Frankie the Flamingo Goes Missing After Escape Frankie, a four-month-old female flamingo, is missing after a daring escape from a wildlife sanctuary in Cornwall. Keepers say she took flight on Sunday, slipping away into the coastal landscape before staff could intervene. The incident has sparked a full-scale search as volunteers and rangers comb the region…
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Frankie the Flamingo Missing After Escape from Cornwall Wildlife Sanctuary
Overview: Frankie’s Escape and the Current Search Frankie, a four-month-old flamingo at a well‑established wildlife sanctuary in Cornwall, has captured the attention of locals and conservationists alike after making a daring escape on a Sunday morning. The young bird reportedly took flight during routine enrichment activities and disappeared into the surrounding countryside. Sanctuary staff and…