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Red kites in the sight of criminals in DE
Over the last few days, our detection and documentation center for bird of prey tracking and species protection crime (EDGAR) has reported indications of targeted Red Kite persecution from three federal states. For example, in the investigation of a male found dead in the district of Sigmaringen … [Read More...] about Red kites in the sight of criminals in DE
Balkan population of Egyptian vultures has dropped by 80 %
The Balkan population of Egyptian vultures has dropped by 80% in the last 30 years – sadly only 70 pairs remain. Illegal wildlife trafficking is a big problem here: young chicks and eggs are stolen from their nests, while older birds are poached and stuffed as ‘trophies’ for sale on the black … [Read More...] about Balkan population of Egyptian vultures has dropped by 80 %
Over 2000 live Birds seized in Caribinieri Forestale operation in IT
The operations of the Forli Cesena Carabinieri Forestali concluded, in collaboration with Lipu ornithologists, on some wild bird farms in the province: 2,000 live birds have been taken fromm the wild, such as Thrushes, Blackbirds, Fielfdares and Larks, five people are reported to the judicial … [Read More...] about Over 2000 live Birds seized in Caribinieri Forestale operation in IT