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Maps identifying the breeding hotspots of some of the most threatened seabirds have been published for the first time.
Scientists at RSPB Scotland tracked the life of kittiwakes, guillemots, razorbills and shags as they forage at sea during the breeding season.
This has revealed huge swathes of Scotland's coastline are vital for the four seabird species.
The birds have all been classed as "birds of conservation concern" due to falling populations.
RSPB Scotland tracked the movements of kittiwakes, guillemots, razorbills and shags for five years.
The conservation charity then paid for this data to be applied to maps to identify the most important areas used during breeding season.
It is hoped the maps can be used to inform decisions being made about fishing rights and new offshore wind farm developments.
Full article here
Scientists at RSPB Scotland tracked the life of kittiwakes, guillemots, razorbills and shags as they forage at sea during the breeding season.
This has revealed huge swathes of Scotland's coastline are vital for the four seabird species.
The birds have all been classed as "birds of conservation concern" due to falling populations.
RSPB Scotland tracked the movements of kittiwakes, guillemots, razorbills and shags for five years.
The conservation charity then paid for this data to be applied to maps to identify the most important areas used during breeding season.
It is hoped the maps can be used to inform decisions being made about fishing rights and new offshore wind farm developments.
Full article here
