Insect Portraits: Capturing the personality of (mostly) Irish Insects
Have you ever encountered an insect portrait photographer? One such person is Dr. Lisa Clancy, whose book 'Insect Portraits: Capturing the personality of (mostly) Irish insects' has just been published by Mayo Books Press. Lisa speaks to Éanna Ní Lamhna about these vital, fascinating and often misunderstood invertebrates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Bringing back the White-tailed Eagle
The White-tailed Eagle was widespread in Ireland before extinction in the nineteenth century. An ambitious reintroduction project began in 2007 and these magnificent birds are breeding here once more. Christopher O’Sullivan, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, has travelled to Norway to oversee collecting more chicks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Irritable Owl Syndrome
We received an email last week from Sabina Davitt, who attached a recording made by her son who lives in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. The recording features several drawn-out squeals from Long-eared Owl chicks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Birds of County Donegal
Donegal is a haven for nature, especially birds. A new book published by Cork University Press is bringing that rich birdlife to new audiences. 'The Birds of County Donegal' is the work of legendary local ornithologist Ralph Sheppard. Eric Dempsey recently attended the launch of the book in beautiful Glenveagh National Park where he met Ralph.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What can nature tell us about living together?
Can nature teach human beings a thing or two about living together? 'To Have or To Hold: Nature’s Hidden Relationships' is the latest book by science communicator Sophie Pavelle and she spoke to Éanna about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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