30-06-2020 13:39 via theguardian.com

Golden and white-tailed eagles were once widespread across Wales

Researchers analyse historical records and museum artefacts to pinpoint the birds’ distribution
Two of the most well-known birds of prey – the golden eagle and white-tailed eagle – once soared high above the whole of Wales, a study has concluded.Researchers analysed historical records, museum artefacts, medieval poetry and place names featuring eryr – the Welsh word for eagle – to pinpoint the distribution of the birds. Continue reading...
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