by ifacountryside | Jun 5, 2024 | Deer, Deer Hunting, DEER LICENCES, DEER STALKING, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management
First phase of online portal involves processing deer hunting applications for 2024/2025, with more applications to be added over time New system offers significant benefits to users, including greater efficiency and flexibility Development is part of organisational...
by ifacountryside | Jun 5, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Nature, NPWS, wildlife management
In recent weeks, staff and visitors at Killarney National Park have been entertained by the iconic sound of unexpected visitors – the Great Spotted Woodpecker. A breeding pair was confirmed for the first time to have produced a small number of chicks in the Park. The...
by ifacountryside | May 21, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Habitats, Nature, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management
Extensive Public Consultation on the review of legislation to open in mid-June Review will update legislation to ensure that it protects nature and biodiversity loss Announcement is made during National Biodiversity Week, a ten day celebration of nature and...
by ifacountryside | May 17, 2024 | Angling, Fishing
Applications have opened for experienced angling skippers to catch-and-release Atlantic bluefin tuna as part of a collaborative scientific survey The initiative targets Atlantic bluefin tuna – the world’s largest tuna species – to collect information on...
by ifacountryside | May 17, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Nature
More than 200 events over 10 days to celebrate nature and biodiversity Ireland’s nature and wildlife will take centre stage from 17-26 May, with over 200 events scheduled across the country for National Biodiversity Week. As well as highlighting the importance...