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Yahoo
4 days ago
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- Yahoo
Livestream of kestrel chicks launched by Hampshire charity
A charity in Hampshire is streaming live footage of kestrel chicks for all to enjoy. The Hawk Conservancy Trust launched the kestrel cam on YouTube for viewers to watch intimate moments in the bird's nest. The camera is installed at a secret nest site in Hampshire and aims to raise awareness of the species which is on the Birds of Conservation Concern amber list. Read More Rare species of bird spotted on the roof of retirement home in Salisbury Farmer calls for action to protect endangered swift birds New five-metre nesting tower installed to support struggling bird populations The charity hopes the livestream will encourage people to support the conservation of the species, which is on the Birds of Conservation Concern amber list (Image: Supplied) Hawk Conservancy Trust CEO Penny Smout said: "This incredible opportunity to watch the life of nesting kestrels is a direct result of our work with species out in the countryside. "The webcam is within one of the hundreds of nest boxes we've installed as part of our Raptor Nest Box Project, which provides nesting opportunities to encourage breeding while allowing monitoring work aimed at identifying the causes of such worrying population decline." The charity hopes that people's enjoyment of the livestream will turn into support for the trust's efforts to combat issues such as habitat loss and decreasing prey populations. The kestrel cam can be found on the Hawk Conservancy Trust's YouTube page or via their website.
BBC News
28-05-2025
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- BBC News
Hawk conservation trust receives grant
A birds of prey conservation trust has received more than £15,000 in government funding to improve its Hawk Conservancy Trust in Andover, Hampshire, was awarded the grant from the Rural England Prosperity Fund by Test Valley Borough grant will cover half the costs of a project to fund new bollard lighting throughout the grounds, and modern PA systems in two of the main flying demonstration Smout, chief executive officer of the trust, said the funds meant their facilities would be "significantly" improved for evening events, "addressing past concerns about lighting while also protecting the planet". She added: "The enhanced PA systems will also create a more immersive experience, ensuring all visitors, including those with accessibility needs, can fully enjoy our demonstrations."Maureen Flood, councillor for the Anna ward, said the trust played a "vital role in educating visitors and protecting birds of prey". "The new lighting system replaces a less efficient battery lighting system and prioritises sustainability while enhancing accessibility, and the upgraded PA systems will provide a more engaging experience for all visitors," she explained. In addition to the £15,460 grant, the trust has also received £3,750 from a UK Shared Prosperity Fund Net Zero grant, which is going towards a solar project aimed at reducing the organisation's carbon footprint. The solar panels on the visitor centre's roof are to cut energy costs, particularly for its catering facilities. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram.
