The status of the hen harrier in England is now markedly worse than it was five years ago and it may cease to be a breeding species if the current level of persecution continues, the group says.

BBC: NEWS | UK | Calls over birds of prey killings

Southern England Red Kite Group is requesting sightings of red kite nests from members of the public to help it monitor the breeding population.

BBC: Cold March affects red kite breeding in the Chilterns