A project for the re-introduction of the barn owl was launched on Thursday by Parliamentary Secretary Clint Camilleri.

Mr Camilleri said the mating project was aimed at reintroducing the species. A number of mating barn owl were placed at the Razzett tal-Bagħal in Buskett, where the inauguration took place. 

Mr Camilleri said that this was one of a number of projects by NGOs promoting the conservation of wild birds. A total of €106,188 were invested in the projects. This particular project was being managed by the hunters’ federation, FKNK.

He said the project would re-establish a barn own population in environments suitable for Malta and Gozo through their release in the natural environment. A special technique that had been successfully practiced in the United Kingdom would be used.

Mr Camilleri said that the scheme was being financed through hunting related fines.

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