Welcome!
The aim of this website is to raise awareness about the importance of heather moorland.
My goal, in the first instance, is two fold: Firstly open up progressive and interactive dialogue on all aspects associated with heather moorland and its management; Secondly, as an educational site.
There are several sites already dedicated to discussing raptor issues. I hope that this site will focus mostly on the management, the habitat and biodiversity associated with heather moorlands.
Over the years I've spoken to many people who have the opinion that managed grouse moors are monoculture. I hope that this website gives the opportunity to discuss what, in my opinion, is a misconception.
Finally I'd like to thank several estates in Angus for their support and sustainable management. These images wouldn't have been possible without them.
This site is in its infancy and I would welcome any constructive comments on its layout / content etc. Please feel free to contact me on any issue.
Mike Groves has been a member of Tayside Raptor Group for almost 15 years. In that time he's built an extensive knowledge and fieldcraft on three of our most iconic moorland breeding raptors: Merlin, Hen Harrier and Short-eared Owl.
His main study area is the Angus glens.
Over the years he's created a large portfolio of images depicting the management and biodiversity associated with this beautiful man-made habitat.
He's travelled throughout the world, from India to Cuba, improving his already immense knowledge of birds and nature.
He can be contacted via the contact page.
