Raptor Persecution and Recent Reports

Apologies for being the bearer of shocking news, but as some of you will be aware from recent press reports, raptors are still being poisoned in Scotland.

For more information please click on the 'raptor persecution scotland' link on the top right of this blog.

On a more positive note some recent sightings, courtesy of SOC Clyde Grapevine:

7 April 2014
A male Blackcap coming to the feeders in a Greentree Drive, Baillieston garden.
6 April 2014
8 Wheatears at Cathkin Marsh SWT Reserve.

5 April 2014
Two Willow Warblers, two Chiffchaffs, 7 Wheatears, 30 Redwings and three Water Rails at the Cathkin Marsh SWT Reserve.
Four Bramblings still at a feeder in a Mugdock garden.

3 April 2014
Four Swallows and 7 Wheatears at Cathkin Marsh SWT Reserve.