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uncertain about whether the distance from the centre of our membership would deter people from booking. Well, as you will see reported elsewhere in this edi􏰀on of OB, we have had a fantas􏰀c response and have booked up the Grant Arms Hotel.. I cannot wait to welcome everyone to what is an outstanding place to hold what will be a celebra􏰀on of the Club’s 30th anniversary.
Andy
British Raptors Identification Answers
1. Osprey
2. Merlin
3. Tawny Owl
4. Kestrel
5. Golden Eagle
6. Red Kite
7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Peregrine Falcon Common Buzzard Barn Owl
Hen Harrier Sparrowhawk Goshawk
Source: Collins Bird Guide
Wingspan Answers in Centimetres
Merlin Kestrel Sparrowhawk Barn Owl Tawny Owl Peregrine
55-69 Hen Harrier 68-78 Goshawk 58-65 Buzzard 80-95 Red Kite 81-96 Osprey 89-113 Golden Eagle
97-118 93-127 110-132 140-165 152-167 190-225
Heybridge Basin group
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