Raptor Patch

Raptor Patch is a SRMS survey to help generate additional information on the more abundant, but under-recorded raptor species in Scotland – Buzzard, Kestrel, Sparrowhawk & Raven.

You do not need to already know lots about raptors or raptor monitoring to be able to take part in Raptor Patch. Everything you need to get started is available here on the SRMS website. Take a look at our introductory leaflet , to help you decide if Raptor Patch is for you.

You might also wish to sign up for one or more of our upcoming events, aimed at potential, new and existing Raptor Patch volunteers.

 

 

The following information will help you get started:

The following species-specific guidance documents take you through the raptor monitoring year highlighting some of the things to be doing and to be looking out for:

  • Buzzard monitoring in your Raptor Patch – a guide to the essentials.  Last updated 20th March 2017.
  • Kestrel monitoring in your Raptor Patch – a guide to the essentials. Last updated 23rd March 2017.
  • Sparrowhawk monitoring in your Raptor Patch – a guide to the essentials. Last updated 20th March 2017.
  • Raven monitoring in your Raptor Patch – a guide to the essentials. Last updated 20th March 2017.
  • Encountering other raptor species in your Raptor Patch – a guide to the essentials. Last updated 20th March 2017.

Please also take a look at the following guidance and training materials:

The following online resources may also be useful: