A Knutsford family has created a unique conservation project to save the species. Graham Bessant, founder of Gauntlet Birds of Prey and Vulture Park(Image: Supplied)Gauntlet Birds of Prey Eagle and Vulture Park on Manchester Road is home to 180 birds from 50 different species and attracts 27,000 visitors from all over the country every year. The largest collection in the North West, this licensed zoo aims to raise awareness of birds of prey, how they live, hunt and feed. Jake Bessant flying birds of prey in a dramatic display(Image: Supplied)Around 450 visitors watched the show called ‘Taking Flight’ on Vulture Conservation Day. “We are the only zoo flying pink-backed pelicans in Europe.”Graham teamed up with a conservation project in Africa 18 years ago.