• Golden Plover • Would you have spotted the Golden Plover chick? A beautiful upland bird with gold-speckled plumage, a melancholy whistle, and an important role in the moorland ecosystem Although not classed as rare these birds are very vulnerable! Golden plovers are iconic breeders on heather moorland and blanket bogs. They thrive where moorland is carefully managed to maintain open habitats and control predator populations Next time you’re on the hill, listen for their mournful “ploo-ee” call