Young female peregrine falcon rescued in Bottesford

A female falcon was rescued yesterday (Thursday) after it suffered an injured wing.

The young female peregrine was spotted in Bottesford by resident Julie Davis, who notified Don Pritchett.

Don is called by residents when falcons are spotted so he can contact Malcolm Robbins, of Raptor Rescue.

Malcolm, with the help of local monitoring volunteer Keith Waterfall managed to help the bird.

Don said: "After being reported by Julie, who had seen it flapping on the floor and seeking shelter in a nearby hedge, she took me to the bird.

"The bird had been grounded because of an injured wing. [This] could have been the result of an accident or attacked in the air.

"All three of us were pleased and relieved the capture was so easy."

Don is now awaiting news from Malcolm as to what the bird's injuries were and its recovery prospects.