In other parts of Europe, the goshawk is thriving – even in bustling capitals such as Berlin, Amsterdam and Prague. View image in fullscreen Fledgling goshawk in Berlin. In Berlin, where an estimated 100 breeding pairs represent the highest-known concentration in the world, and other German cities, goshawks have become the focus of pigeon and chicken breeders whose birds are being eaten. View image in fullscreen Three young goshawks sit in an eyrie in the district of Steglitz-Zehlendorf, Berlin. Photograph: Dpa Picture Alliance/AlamyO’Donoghue’s first attempt to reintroduce lynx to the UK was refused by the environment secretary on Natural England’s advice in 2018.