The Return of the Eagle

The UK’s largest bird of prey is making a comeback. It’s now possible to spot white-tailed eagles, or sea eagles, as they’re also known, in many parts of the country thanks to an ongoing re-introduction programme. Join Ranger Rosie Holdsworth as she sets out with Forestry England’s Steve Egerton-Read, a pair of binoculars, and a lot of hope, as they try and spot them on the Isle of Wight.

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Production
Presenter: Rosie Holdsworth
Producer: Claire Hickinbotham
Sound: Nikki Ruck and Jesus Gomez
Contributor Steve Egerton-Read, Forestry England.

Forestry England are working with the Roy Dennis Foundation to bring the White-tailed eagle back to the English Landscape.
If you’d like to read more about some of the points raised in this episode, have a look at this. White-tailed Eagle Project - Frequently Asked Questions - Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation (roydennis.org/white-tailed-eagle-project-frequ…)

Visit Rosie visited Bembridge and Culver Downs | Isle of Wight | National Trust (nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/isle-of-wight/bembr…) and Newtown National Nature Reserve | IOW | National Trust (nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/isle-of-wight/newto…)
If you fancy visiting, why not have a look at Isle of Wight Holidays | Places to stay | National Trust (nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays/isle-of-wight)

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