Raptor reintroduction programmes including red kite, white-tailed eagle and osprey require careful welfare protocols for captive rearing, release and post-release monitoring.
Raptor reintroduction welfare requires balancing conservation urgency with individual bird welfare throughout the process. Captive holding before release causes stress that can be minimised through appropriate housing, minimal human contact and natural prey provision. Soft release in enclosed areas allows gradual adaptation. Satellite tracking transforms post-release welfare monitoring from passive to active, enabling intervention when birds are in difficulty.