Birds of prey

Help stop the killing now

Birds of prey continue to be killed, despite the fact that it is illegal and has been for decades. We are calling for an end to this unacceptable cruelty, but the campaign can only be effective with your help. Please click on the button below to add your voice to the growing number of people that say the killing must stop.

What makes them special?

A lasting impression 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 are we helping?

Back where they belong Thanks to people like you, our supporters who care about birds and wildlife, we are already succeeding in bringing birds of prey back where they belong. More...

Species under threat

Find out more about some of the magnificent birds we are fighting to protect.

Hen harrier

White-tailed eagle

Red kite

Peregrine

Goshawk

Golden eagle

Latest news

The latest news about the RSPB's work to protect birds of prey.

Golden eagle killing thwarts bird's recovery The Golden Eagle Framework, published today by Scottish Natural Heritage, proves relentless persecution is halting this magnificent bird of prey’s recovery in Scotland and is thwarting the bird’s return to northern England. More...

Fears that shot red kite may be from North East A rare bird of prey found shot in the Scottish Borders and left to die could be a bird from the red kite re-introduction project based in Gateshead, the Northern Kites project said today. More...

See them up close

Visit a local RSPB event to see birds of prey near you.

See brilliant birds! Get really close to wild birds at our Aren't birds brilliant! events across the UK... More...

Shop

Buy a bird of prey singing toy Our popular singing bird toy range now includes peregrine, kestrel and osprey. Your purchases will help to protect birds of prey. Buy one today!

Why are we campaigning for birds of prey?

The killing has to stop Killing birds of prey was made illegal fifty years ago, but a callous few are choosing to ignore the law. We need your help to finally stop the cruel and unacceptable killing of these magnificent birds. More...

On a Wing and a Prayer

Read the latest success stories about birds of prey - and find out why they are so important.

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.

Get the podcast

Episode two of our Nature's Voice podcast highlights the threats that birds of prey still face.

Nature's Voice A monthly podcast with features and interviews reflecting our work to protect birds and the environment, both in the UK and around the world. More...

Caught on camera

Chief Constable Richard Brunstrom discusses the issue of wildlife crime.