Golden Eagle poisoning

Golden Eagle poisoning
The Cairngorms National Park Authority has added its voice to the condemnation of the poisoning of a Golden Eagle, found within the Cairngorms National Park.
David Green, Convener of the Cairngorms National Park Authority, said: “We condemn the poisoning of a golden eagle, which was found within the Cairngorms National Park. There is no place for raptor persecution anywhere in Scotland; it is particularly sickening to see it in a National Park. It is an unacceptable and needless crime, that is not only harming our raptor population, but damages the reputation of the estates that act lawfully and work hard to care for wildlife, provide jobs in rural areas and create an internationally renowned resource.
“The Cairngorms National Park is one of the best places in the United Kingdom to see raptors such as the golden eagle, peregrine falcon and osprey. Almost every species of raptor in the UK breeds successfully here. We are committed to a number of projects that are raising awareness of the fascinating lives of raptors and ensuring that the National Park continues to be a successful breeding ground for them.”
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As a result of ongoing efforts to tackle wildfires to the north of the Cairngorms National Park, several roads are currently closed. Scottish Fire and Rescue are in attendance and the public are advised to avoid the area, including footpaths. Road users are asked not to ignore road closed signs.
The affected roads are:
- B9007 Ferness to Duthil
- U2379 Lochindorb Road
- B939 Ferness to Grantown-on-Spey
- U2347 Braes of Castle Grant
For all the latest information check out the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and Police Scotland website and social media.