Suffolk police move to prevent 'devastating' thefts of rare birds' eggs

Suffolk police has joined efforts to stop the "potentially devastating impact" of rare birds' egg thefts.

Officers in the county are taking part in the annual operation to deter the theft of rare birds’ eggs now the nesting season is underway.


Operation Easter was developed in Scotland 25 years ago and engages forces across the UK under the leadership of the National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU).

The operation targets egg thieves by sharing intelligence to support enforcement action.

In recent years, the operation has also been expanded to cover some emerging trends of criminal behaviour such as the online trade in eggs and the disturbance of nests for photography.