Montagu's Harrier male approaching nest, Saron-sur-Aube, France. Farmer has protected nest by avoiding mowing Barley on 4mx4m of land, which also protects them from predators. In two years of follow-up, fledging 100% successful.

Montagu's Harrier male approaching nest, Saron-sur-Aube, France. Farmer has protected nest by avoiding mowing Barley on 4mx4m of land, which also protects them from predators. In two years of follow-up, fledging 100% successful. - 505284-BS1

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