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New bird of prey nesting in Aylesbury
A NEW bird of prey called a peregrine falcon is to have a nesting platform built for it on top of the County Hall.
The peregrine is a rare sight in Buckinghamshire and this bird is breaking records, being the first peregrine known to have stayed in the county throughout the summer.
When local bird enthusiast, Dave Short, saw the falcon, he immediately got in touch with Buckinghamshire County Council.
He said: "I volunteered to help the council install a nesting platform on the tower because I'd like to see this bird become the first peregrine to breed in the county", says Dave.
The county council was all too happy to oblige as Margaret Dewar, Cabinet Member for Community Services, explains: "Providing a safe nesting site at County Hall is a great opportunity for the council to look after the county's wildlife and set a good example to others too."
A nesting platform has been built by Dave Short, with help from Aylesbury Vale District Council and Bucks Bird Club. Over the next few weeks the platform will be installed at the top of the County Hall tower for the peregrine to use as a roosting and breeding site.
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Tuesday 07 February 2012
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