Sound of Mull

2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the reintroduction of white-tailed eagles to the UK, following their release in Scotland. Hamza Yassin takes us on a sea eagle safari across the Sound of Mull to Tobermory, checking in on the thriving population of these majestic birds. He also recounts his involvement in the daring rescue of one of Mull’s famous sea eagles. Charlotte Smith visits the banks of Loch Sunart to meet the passionate team working to protect an ancient Atlantic rainforest, a haven for native plants and wildlife. Meanwhile, Tom Heap reflects on two decades since the fox-hunting ban was enacted, investigating the ongoing battle against illegal hunting in today’s landscape.