CNPA statement on raptor persecution
CNPA statement on raptor persecution
In response to the video footage released today by Police Scotland of what appears to be an attempt to target a goshawk nest in Strathdon, the Cairngorms National Park Authority released the following statement:
“We are extremely disappointed and frustrated to see what appears to be a clear attempt to target a protected raptor species in the Cairngorms National Park. The Cairngorms should be one of the best places in Scotland for raptors. We urge anyone with information about this incident to contact the police as a matter of urgency.”
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Grant Moir, Chief Executive of the Park Authority, shares an update from the scene of the wildfire in Nethy Bridge.
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation at Glenmore within the Cairngorms National Park. Click here for all the latest. We would encourage members of the public to follow current guidance and be aware that the situation may change.
Due to the this wildfire incident, the following paths and routes are closed:
- All the paths around Loch Morlich, Glenmore and Badaguish are closed.
- The Ryvoan pass is closed, this includes all access to the Green Lochan (Lochan Uaine).
- Routes providing access to Cairngorm Mountain, the Northern Corries, Meall A’Bhuachaille, Strath Nethy and Bynack more should be avoided.
- The Abernethy Forest area to the south of Forest Lodge and towards Ryvoan bothy is closed.