What makes them special?
From the speed and power of a peregrine falcon and the manoeverability and grace of a red kite, to the majesty of an eagle soaring over a dramatic upland landscape, an encounter with a bird of prey will leave a lasting impression. More... |  |
How we are helping
Thanks to people like you, our supporters, who care about birds and wildlife, we are succeeding in bringing birds of prey back where they belong.
 | Birds of prey in the UK: on a wing and a prayer PDF, 959Kb Birds of prey in the UK: on a wing and a prayer has been produced collaboratively by 26 organisations. It highlights the value and importance of birds of prey in the UK and the conservation success story they represent. |

It is totally demoralising seeing fantastic birds like red kites and peregrines poisoned and shot to death, but it is important to remain focused to gather the necessary evidence to bring the killers to justice. There can be no better job satisfaction than that, and I celebrate quietly inside when I see these birds alive in the wild.
Mark Thomas
Investigations Officer
Caught on camera
RSPB Investigations Officer, Mark Thomas, gathers vital evidence.