Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Marsh Harrier
Scientific Name:
Circus aeruginosus
Length:
52cm
Wingspan (mm):
122cm
Weight:
540 / 670g Did You Know?
This species is specially protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). This legislation protects Marsh Harriers from nest destruction, killing or injuring but also disturbance while breeding.