13 Hen Harrier chicks fledge in Bowland

[davebutterflyman]

The RSPB has announced that 13 Hen Harrier chicks have fledged on the United Utilities Estate in Bowland.

www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/RSPB_13_Hen_Harrier_chicks_fledge_in_Bowland.aspx?s_id=340207867

[AnnB]

Great news, I hope they have long and happy lives even though the odds are against them.

[Night Owl.]

That's brilliant news Dave , thank you for the link

[davebutterflyman]

Still massive odds against them but very encouraging to hear of the success at breeding.

[jen]

that really is fantastic news ,Dave ......... i hope they stay safe .

I see there are also 2 pairs of Peregrines fledging 7 chicks between them , and 5 pairs of Merlins fledging 19 chicks

[sensiblenamejohn]

good news for a change  ..... .....

not spotted any myself this year 

[Eric]

That's good news Dave, but I hope they survive the wicked people who shoot them.

[davebutterflyman]

That's the key to the whole issue right there Eric, stop the persecution and the birds will have a great chance of recovering.