Cirl Bunting translocation
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Project added by
Jeremy Sabel
Test project
No
Project summary
The Cirl Bunting Emberiza cirlus was once widespread and locally numerous in farmland habitats across southern England but the population declined markedly in the twentieth century. Only 118 pairs were recorded in a complete survey in 1989, nearly all of which were in south Devon.
Overall aim
Reintroduce a self-sustaining population of Cirl Bunting to Cornwall
Name of species translocated
Cirl Bunting
Monitoring form type
Translocation generic records
Project timeline
2006-2011
Funding body
Natural England
Project lead
RSPB
Country
England
Species benefits
Improved national status of species
Improved demographic status within population
Increased numbers of populations
Increased numbers of individuals in the wild
Enhanced metapopulation dynamics
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