About the Barn Owl
Barn Owl conservation in Britain (who does what)
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What we do (in brief)
RSPB Leaflet Farming for birds - Barn Owl
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The geographical areas we cover
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A wide variety of organisations help by maintaining nature reserves. But unfortunately both nature reserves and farms supported by agri-environment grants are often not managed with Barn Owls in mind (they are more often managed for the general enrichment of biodiversity or for other species). Thus the majority of these areas do not provide ideal Barn Owl habitat. In any case, widespread species such as the Barn Owl cannot be adequately protected by the creation of isolated nature reserves; rather, they depend upon the availability of habitat and nest sites across vast rural areas.
Fortunately a significant proportion of farmers and landowners across the UK have some interest in Barn Owls. Similarly, there are numerous owl enthusiasts dotted around the UK who erect nestboxes, encourage habitat creation, and monitor Barn Owl sites. Some of these are very independent individuals for whom Barn Owls are a private hobby whilst others operate as organised "open house" volunteer groups that seek public support.
The Barn Owl Trust is in contact with many of the individuals and groups around the UK who are actively involved in encouraging Barn Owls in their own local areas (the BOCN which is part of the Hawk and Owl Trust performs a similar "networking" function). Some of these are farmers, some are BTO bird ringers, many just focus on erecting nestboxes, and some deal with injured owls.
Wherever you are in the UK the Barn Owl Trust can usually put you in touch with a local contact if needed.
