Ian Carter
@IanCarter67
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Naturalist and Author: Wild Galloway | Rhythms of Nature | Human, Nature | The Red Kite | The Red Kite’s Year | The Hen Harrier’s Year
Mostly elsewhere these days
Joined May 2020
Coming soon: ‘Wild Galloway: A portrait of a glen…’ -- a guide to the varied wildlife and conservation issues in Galloway, a personal take on spending time in nature, and a tribute to a conservation hero of mine. Here’s an overview and a few images. 1/
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17 months (& waiting) for NatureScot to make a decision on General Licence restriction relating to shooting & killing of a sleeping Golden Eagle called Merrick. 17 months! What's the hold up? Why isn't this a priority for @NatureScot ? Case details ⬇️ https://t.co/fW7yd8QdyT
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🚨 ATTN. New Jersey: We can do SO much better than Mikie Sherrill. She voted against the child tax credit… She voted for tax hikes… She voted to give your money to illegals… Reject her on Nov. 4th.
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This has received no publicity but is damning. A clear explanation of why this type of reintroduction is not just a distraction and a waste of resources but is ACTIVELY HARMFUL to conservation. Environmental journalists please note and please publicise. https://t.co/8NqsjTc2sp
operationturtledove.org
Operation Turtle Dove is a science-led conservation partnership working to reverse the decline of Turtle Doves in the UK by restoring habitat and addressing key threats. Learn why captive-bred...
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Good news from the High Court in Wales! Judge rules planning permission for outdoor adventure centre in Pembrokeshire is unlawful because of environmental concerns. Read our press release:
wildjustice.org.uk
Judge rules planning permission for outdoor adventure centre in Pembrokeshire is unlawful because of environmental concerns In a victory for […]
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New Red-backed Shrike book, written by yours truly....covers natural history, prospects for recolonisation, reintroduction etc @gow_derek @RewildingB @TonyJuniper @NaturalEngland @Natures_Voice Pick up on Amazon via this affiliate link: https://t.co/jyntrPZHqf
amazon.co.uk
The Red-backed Shrike, or Butcher Bird, is a predatory passerine that spends the summer in Europe and winter in southern and eastern Africa. It was once widespread and in places frequent in the...
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How truthfully can we represent nonhuman lives & experiences in our writing? I’m excited to discuss this urgent topic w/ Emma Geen online this Tueaday Tuesday evening! Tickets here: https://t.co/Aru8atTvBv
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Should White-tailed eagles be reintroduced to Cumbria? Research by the Cumbrian White-Tailed Eagle Project shows Cumbria holds suitable habitat for the bird of prey – now it’s time to hear from you. https://t.co/MfLIqiAbfi
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Sat down to eat my sandwiches and this popped out of the nearest rock. On the north side of the Solway, looking across to Cumbria. Undeniably cute even if we’d be better off without them.
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Visit Espolòn Tequila at Family Style for signature cocktails, including spicy (& not so spicy) ‘margs and palomas. Powered by @EspolonTequila
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Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority terminates Bird of Prey Partnership after being 'unsuccessful' at tackling illegal raptor persecution. New blog ⬇️ https://t.co/2tz5AiT1PT
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The grouse shooting industry's grotesque distortion of reality laid bare on Rod Liddle's radio show. My analysis of the CEO of the Moorland Association's (Andrew Gilruth) diatribe. New blog ⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/JPzCAeoUEn
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Gamekeeper v Conservationist perspectives on setting moorlands alight - good article in Sunday Times. The arguments made for rewetting instead of burning are compelling. https://t.co/8kn9YT4kVG
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Six more Bird Flu outbreaks reported across England, Scotland & Wales in the last week. These should lead to restrictions on gamebird releases in the surrounding areas, but who is monitoring this? New blog ⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/s7YqTpe2vB
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Waymo’s fully autonomous driving technology offers greater independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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1 October for my slot, tickets from on the festival website. Loads of good stuff this year, including plenty on the environment. Well worth a look.
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The 2025 NERF Raptor Conference is being hosted by the Durham Upland Bird Study Group - Bookings are now open @ https://t.co/SlxCiLCImC
@DurhamBirdClub @Natures_Voice @RaptorPersUK @N_E_R_F
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When this relentlessly persecuted bird is (with no trace of irony) used as a defence of driven grouse shooting you know the race is almost run. A handful of devotees will cling on of course, for as long as they can. But this outdated, damaging activity is doomed.
🦅 A 1,150% surge in England’s hen harrier population proves what works: collaboration, active management and the vital role of grouse moors. From 0 nests in 2013 to a record 141 chicks in 2023, read about one of the UK’s great conservation success stories. Link in replies 👇
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Ghosts of the Farm is coming September 30th! I'm thrilled you can pre-order it here @Waterstones (UK) in their Summer offer, 28-31 July. Pre-orders really help get books noticed, & I'd love that for my wonderful #womenfarming #naturewriting @chelseagreen
https://t.co/lpsQWhy5oK
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Some things just work, even if you feel as though they should not.
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Did Scottish Forestry know Stobo Hope was 'napalmed' with herbicide long before 'new information came to light'? A forensic analysis suggests yes, they did. Guest blog ⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/32eqxdlZwr
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