Ian Carter
The Hen Harrier's Year
The Hen Harrier's Year
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The Hen Harrier is a stunning raptor, but it is still struggling to recover from historical persecution. This book follows the Hen Harrier over a year, from rearing young to the fight for survival in winter. It also provides an overview of the conflict between the Hen Harriers and grouse moors, which is hindering its recovery. Evocative illustrations showcase the Hen Harrier's exploits throughout the seasons.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 11 October 2022
Publisher: Pelagic Publishing
Most British birds of prey have largely recovered from historical persecution, but the beleaguered Hen Harrier is still struggling and remains far less common than it should be. This is a particular shame, as it is one of our most inspiring raptors. Spectacular sky-dancing displays and balletic food passes from male to female brighten up the moors in summer. And in winter, communal roosts in the lowlands attract birders from far and wide to catch sight of this now-elusive species.
This book follows the Hen Harrier over a year: from rearing young hidden away in dense heather to the fight for survival in the harshest months of winter. Interspersed among the monthly accounts are chapters on the history and status of this iconic bird, as well as an overview of one of the most intractable conflicts in modern conservation: the Hen Harriers liking for grouse moors (and the Red Grouse that live there) wins it few friends among shooters, and ongoing persecution continues to hamper its recovery. There are tentative signs of progress, but its fate as a breeding bird in England hangs in the balance.
Evocative illustrations, in part based on privileged access to the handful of breeding birds that remain on England's moors, showcase the Hen Harriers exploits through the seasons. These will delight admirers of this species and hopefully foster a greater interest in its wellbeing. The Hen Harrier needs all the help it can get.
Weight: 490g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784273859
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