White-tailed eagles to be released in Exmoor despite farmer warnings
Summary
The UK government has approved the release of white-tailed eagles in Exmoor National Park as part of a project to bring back this large bird of prey. Farmers are worried the eagles might attack their sheep, but officials say the project will be carefully planned and monitored.Key Facts
- White-tailed eagles, also called sea eagles, had disappeared from the UK by 1918.
- Up to 20 eagles will be released in Exmoor over three years starting this summer.
- The birds will have satellite tags to track their movements.
- Some farmers in Scotland, where the eagles were brought back in 1975, report losing lambs to the birds.
- Officials involved plan to work with farmers to reduce risks to livestock.
- The eagles have large wingspans, up to 2.4 meters (8 feet).
- There is debate about whether eagles kill healthy lambs or only scavenge dead animals.
- A recent survey showed many farmers oppose reintroducing the eagles in parts of northern England.
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