Adventurous Osprey Couples Leading the Way in Britain's Raptor Recovery
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New research reveals that 'pioneering pairs' of ospreys nesting away from established populations are driving the species' successful recovery across Britain. This independent nesting behavior is proving to be a key factor in boosting the population of these magnificent birds, which originally went extinct in the British Isles in 1916 before beginning their gradual return.
New research reveals that ‘pioneering pairs’ of ospreys nesting away from established populations are driving the species’ successful recovery across Britain. This independent nesting behavior is proving to be a key factor in boosting the population of these magnificent birds, which originally went extinct in the British Isles in 1916 before beginning their gradual return.