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Stoat Cull Boosts Curlew Numbers by 21% in Orkney

4/22/2025

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A successful stoat cull in Orkney has sparked hope for curlew populations, with numbers soaring by 21%, reports the RSPB. Launched in 2019 to tackle the invasive stoat threat, the program has reversed a troubling 50% decline, boosting average breeding pairs from 12 to 14.5 per square kilometer.

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A successful stoat cull in Orkney has sparked hope for curlew populations, with numbers soaring by 21%, reports the RSPB. Launched in 2019 to tackle the invasive stoat threat, the program has reversed a troubling 50% decline, boosting average breeding pairs from 12 to 14.5 per square kilometer.