Six young white-tailed eagles have been released on Exmoor, marking the first reintroduction of the species to the national park since it disappeared from the area roughly 200 years ago. The release, carried out by Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation, forms part of a wider biodiversity restoration project, with the environment secretary describing the return of the "majestic" birds as evidence of the government's commitment to reversing nature's decline.

The scheme began in 2019 on the Isle of Wight, where 45 white-tailed eagles have since been released, including the first wild-born chick in southern England since 1780, recorded in 2023. Exmoor was chosen because tracking data showed released eagles frequently visiting the area, which was once a breeding site for the species and still offers rich foraging and habitat. The six chicks were collected under licence from Scottish nests and fitted with satellite trackers before release, with up to 20 more birds planned over the next three years; some local farmers, however, have voiced concerns about the project's impact on livestock and wildlife.