“All good things come in poos!” If the above line was designed to grab people’s attention, it sure caught mine. The statement originates from a tweet posted last week on the 25th March by Laois dairy farmer Bruce Thompson. … Continued
Dr. Liam Lysaght provides an update on the Butterfly Atlas 2021 and reports on the large amount of information that is being generated through this citizen science project on the impacts of climate and landscape change on butterfly populations. … Continued
The recording and monitoring of biodiversity is an important activity providing both health benefits and enjoyment to many people. It also generates valuable scientific information which can be used to better understand and manage our environment. However, taking the … Continued
A message from Leave No Trace Ireland Leave No Trace Guidelines for Getting Outdoors Responsibly and Safely Friday March 20, 2020 As we head into the weekend, though ‘weekend’ activities are becoming less defined, Leave No Trace Ireland … Continued
Dr Úna FitzPatrick explains how you can help to monitor our bee populations and test the impact of your actions for pollinators. One third of Ireland’s 98 wild bees are threatened with extinction and our common bumblebees continue to show … Continued
Two funding schemes for Biodiversity Recording have been announced by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Royal Irish Academy. Both schemes provide an opportunity for experienced Dragonfly and Damselfly recorders to target specific habitats or species for recording. … Continued
Press Release Issued: Wednesday 12th February 2020 For Immediate Use Download press release document here. Farmers key in tracking impacts of climate change on Ireland’s biodiversity The National Biodiversity Data Centre, based down in Co. Waterford, is inviting … Continued
Seven identification swatches now available from the National Biodiversity Data Centre for the biological recorder’s toolkit. Updated versions of both the Shieldbug and Ladybird identification swatches are now available to purchase from the National Biodiversity Data Centre’s online shop. After … Continued
Date: Saturday, 12 September 2020, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Workshop Leader: Brian Nelson Venue: Community Centre, Our Lady’s Island, Co. Wexford. (Eircode: Y35 WKC9) Audience: Beginner to intermediate recorders Fee: €30 standard; €20 student Join the National Biodiversity Data Centre … Continued
Register now! Spring has arrived, and with it the National Biodiversity Data Centre is pleased to bring you our Spring Summer 2020 Workshop Programme. The delivery of an annual workshop programme is a crucial part of the National Biodiversity Data … Continued
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