White-tailed eagles will be released across Exmoor National Park from this summer after the government gave approval for the next phase of a national reintroduction programme. Up to 20 birds will be set free over three years in what conservationists are calling a significant step forward for wildlife recovery in England.
The BBC, reported that Natural England approved the plans on Wednesday. The project will be led by Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation. Every bird released will carry a satellite tag so the project team can track its movements and monitor how it settles into the landscape.
