Wildlife Welfare

Wild Peregrine Falcon Urban Nest Protection

Urban peregrine falcons have colonized cities across the UK and Europe. Nest site protection and monitoring safeguard these spectacular birds.

Key Facts

UK peregrine population has recovered to over 1,800 pairs
Urban nest sites on tall buildings and bridges have become common
Egg collectors and nest disturbance remain threats despite legal protection
CCTV monitoring of nests protects birds and provides public engagement
Young birds face significant first-year mortality from collisions and starvation

Welfare Considerations

Peregrines at urban nest sites face disturbance from human access, theft of eggs or chicks, and the challenges of learning to hunt in complex environments. Nest protection, monitoring, and rapid response to disturbance protects nesting birds during their most vulnerable period.

What You Can Do

Report suspected peregrine nest disturbance to RSPB or police
Support urban peregrine monitoring projects
Follow local peregrine watch Twitter feeds and webcams
Avoid approaching known nest sites during the breeding season