Just recently we spent a few days in and around the Chiltern Hills. These are just a few miles from Greater London; an area where many commuters live who work in the City. They are also densely inhabited by one of Britain’s most glorious birds of prey – the Red Kite. As you drive along the M40 these magnificent birds, with their distinctive forked tails and wingspans of around 5.5 feet, can hi-jack your attention and make driving dangerous!
This is one of conservations great success stories. From almost extinction in England and Scotland they are now very common in some areas, such as here. Read more about the Red Kite
