All this work has to be funded almost entirely by voluntary subscription. The scheme can now expand to other areas. A captive breeding programme has been set up to produce young birds, starting with a release scheme in Gloucestershire, in partnership with English Nature. The Spanish Imperial Eagle is one of the most endangered species of eagle left in the wild. In conjunction with the Spanish Government and scientists working on the project, the Trust has been asked to help with expertise and hopefully funds and training to preserve the species from extinction.
Egyptian Vultures are another endangered species within Europe.
Another call for help received recently by the Trust. Rehabilitation of injured wild birds Covering the high costs of housing, treating and managing injured wild raptors is expensive. Helping to meet those costs should be a vital part of our work. Currently nearly 400 birds are dealt with yearly at one centre alone. The calls for help are far great but cannot be met due to lack of funds.