Vandals have damaged a protected sea bird site on the isle of Barra, Police Scotland reports.
Fences and warning signs around nesting little terns at the island's Eoligarry Pier were destroyed some time between Sunday evening and Monday morning (16-17 May)
Lttle Tern’s are protected under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 this act provides protection for certain bird species in the UK, prohibiting their disturbance, taking, or killing. This includes measures to protect their nests, eggs, and young, particularly during the breeding season.
The act aims to conserve vulnerable bird populations and their habitats.
It is everyone's responsibility to act within the law and to protect the environment and wildlife and these measures are part of a broader commitment to wildlife conservation and the protection of vulnerable species in the UK, the force stated on its social media.
A person guilty of an offence under Section 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 i liable for imprisonment up to six months or to a fine not exceeding £5000, or to both.
Any witnesses should contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting PS-20260518-2030 or speak with their local community officer or anonymously via Crimestoppers 0800555111.
