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Over 5000 kilometers were covered during the inaugural Saker falcon monitoring operation in Romania.
The Saker falcon, or Falco cherrug, has been classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List due to its extremely low numbers in Romania and Bulgaria. In fact, the species is listed as Critically Endangered in both countries, as studies have revealed a significant population decline between 1970 and 1990 that has remained unchanged in
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A Tale of Falconry (Radio Romania International/Â Inside Romania)
The art of falconry can be traced back to the Asian steppes, a region abundant in game. It was introduced to Europe by various groups, such as the Huns, Mongols, Tatars, and Crusaders, and quickly gained popularity. However, in the Romanian Principalities, falconry did not become popular until much later and was only practiced until
