Reckless is a term often used in legal definitions. Getting the wrong end of the stick about hedges and trees. Nesting season silences presidio tree cutting sfgate. These are the official dates, although in reality birds can be found nesting outside of these times and it does vary according to the species of bird. Element tree care 07790 553 110 legal issues that need to be adhered to for tree. All birds in the uk are fully protected by law wildlife and countryside act 1981 wca from intentional harm.
It is an offence to cut, grub, burn or otherwise destroy hedgerows on uncultivated land during the nesting season from 1 march to 31 august, subject to certain exceptions. How we approach tree works during the bird nesting season. However, in reality the nesting period may start before this and extend beyond it, in some cases. Fears for safety of birds as trees are cut down during nesting season. Youll usually find nesting birds during the main nesting and breeding season from 1 march to 31 august. This however is a guideline and it can be assumed that birds will nest both before and after this time period. Nesting season just another reminder we are in nesting season and you will notice more birds flying in and out of your trees as well as hearing them inside and nest building. Between february and august we have the bird nesting season in the uk. Tcd this week despite legal restrictions during the bird nesting season. How tree cutting works during nesting birds season.
Hedgecutting and tree felling wexford county council. Network rail facing investigation for chopping down trees. We have had lots of misunderstandings from customers who were not aware of the importance and legal obligation of works to trees during nesting season. During this season it should be assumed that nesting birds will be present and. Bird scientist dr lynn miller has spoken out against the tupuna maunga. The golden gate national recreation area has run into a buzz saw of criticism from a bird expert who says the agency is acting completely irresponsibly by logging a grove of trees in the. Hs2 workers accused of destroying birds nests and failing. Cutting, burning, or destruction of hedges is restricted during nesting and breeding season between the 1st march and the 31st august, in order. People are very passionate about protecting our bird life, quite rightly, but i thought i would do a bit of myth busting. Tree felling during bird nesting season 2018 on grange hill a. Felling hundreds of trees from an auckland volcano during nesting season is cruel and illinformed, say bird experts. These are aggressive nonnative birds that destroy bluebird nests and tree swallow nests. The bird nesting season according to natural england begins on march 1st and runs through to july 31st. The bird nesting season is officially from february until august and it is recommended that vegetation works tree or hedge cutting or site clearance should be done outside of the nesting season.
Tree and vegetation cutting has taken place on the campus of both. Anyone who carries out or permits work including cutting down, lopping. All wild bird species, their eggs and nests are protected by law. Prohibited tree and hedge cutting at ucd and tcd during. Fined for tree cutting during nesting season independent.
Site clearance is performed before the birds nesting season to prevent the breach of the 1981 wildlife and countryside act. Ive seen a lot of contractors cutting down trees in the area but why now. The bird nesting season is officially from february until august natural england and it is recommended that vegetation works tree or hedge. Tree and vegetation cutting has taken place at both university college dublin ucd and trinity college dublin tcd this week despite legal restrictions during the bird nesting season. If someone is cutting a hedge during this period, speak to them and politely mention the risk to birds nests, and the laws protecting nests. Legal constraints for tree surgeons tree protection. The bird nesting season is officially from february until august. The bird nesting season is officially from february until august and it is recommended that vegetation works tree or hedge cutting or site. When nesting birds are discovered, our team puts a temporary exclusion zone in place until. Tree cutting is a major preparation method for birds nesting season.
Network rail facing investigation for chopping down trees during bird nesting season network rail is under investigation by police for allegedly chopping down trees alongside a. As bird nesting season gets into full swing, this is what. Felling trees during the nesting season is legal as long as nesting birds are not harmed. Is it illegal to cut down a treehedge whilst there are birds nesting in it. Tree work during nesting season, the facts teign trees. At this time of year, we get a number of calls about hedge cutting and tree pruning in the nesting season. Its amazing how many people think you cannot touch hedges and trees while birds are nesting, but you can. Arboricultural association when is the bird nest season. It is also crucial to follow the laws that guide the start and finish of birds nesting season. In this context it means that if you cut the tree down knowing there was a chance that birds were nesting there. If tall hedges or trees put your garden in the shade, you. The bird nesting season is officially from february until august natural england and it is recommended that vegetation works tree or hedge cutting or site clearance should be done outside of the nesting season. As bird nesting season gets into full swing, this is what you can do to help. You must always try to avoid harming birds or to use measures which do not kill.