Golden eagle Sparky became the first of its kind known to be killed by a wind turbine in Scotland.

A golden eagle named Sparky was killed by a wind turbine in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, marking the first recorded incident of its kind. The South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project, which had been monitoring Sparky via satellite tagging, confirmed the bird died from injuries typical of a wind turbine strike. The project, which aims to boost the golden eagle population, underscores the need for careful consideration in siting wind farms to protect these birds.

November 25, 2024
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