Ireland’s sika deer may face cull following ‘invasive species’ classification – The Irish Times
One of Ireland’s best-known wild animals, the sika deer, has been declared an invasive species in the European…
When a dead whale washes up on a beach the problems start – The Irish Times
When dead whales wash up on beaches, many headaches follow. Weekend plans get disrupted, favours have to be…
Reintroducing wolves and giving contraceptives to deer among ideas for wildlife legislation – The Irish Times
The reintroduction of wolves, a national bounty for hunting feral cats, and giving contraceptives to deer were among…
Man convicted for breaching wildlife act at his home in Limerick City
A MAN has been convicted and fined in Limerick City District Court for having five perching birds in…
Ireland’s natural habitats decline further with 90% officially in poor condition – The Irish Times
Almost all of Ireland’s natural habitats are in poor condition after a further decline over the last six…
Advisers concerned by lack of funding commitment for nature restoration plan – The Irish Times
The advisory committee on nature restoration has expressed “disappointment and frustration” at the exclusion of nature from a…
Whale never before seen in Irish waters washes up on Donegal beach – The Irish Times
A species of whale, never before recorded in Ireland, washed up in Co Donegal last weekend, marking a…
Whale species never before recorded in Ireland washes up on Inishowen beach
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has confirmed that a species of whale, never before recorded in…
Expert captures video of massive, elusive reptile in national park: ‘A rare sighting’
An impressive and elusive animal was spotted in South Australia recently, according to The Olympian. “A rare sighting…
Dublin Zoo strongly rejects TD’s claims of animal mistreatment, sexual harassment of staff – The Irish Times
Allegations of mistreatment of animals, sexual harassment of workers and financial irregularities at Dublin Zoo made in the…
What can Ireland do to keep harmful alien species away? – The Irish Times
If David O’Leary hadn’t let his eye wander in a suburban beer garden last summer, the battle against…
24 verified sightings in Cork and Dublin with two nests seized – The Irish Times
There have been 24 verified sightings of Asian hornets in Cork and Dublin, with two nests found, the…