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Herring gull
The herring gull is the typical 'seagull' of our seaside resorts, though our coastal populations have declined in recent decades.
How peatland restoration at Cuilcagh is helping to tackle climate change
This winter we worked with local landowners on Cuilcagh Mountain Special Area of Conservation (SAC) to restore precious blanket bog habitat, through funding from the EU Interreg CANN project.…
Adam's Adventures on the AFBI Irish Sea Herring Acoustic Survey
Following on from James’ adventure on the AFBI Nephrops survey, on 29 August I joined the scientists and crew of the RV Corystes for ten days of the herring stock assessment in the Irish Sea.
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Wolf spider
The wolf spider can be found in a wide range of habitats, including the garden. It hunts down its prey, leaping on it just like a wolf. Spiders are beneficial neighbours, helping to manage garden…
Keeping wildlife safe whilst enjoying your pets
We are a nation of animal lovers, but sometimes our furry pet friends can wreak havoc on the many wild animals we share our gardens and outdoor space with, such as birds, squirrels and hedgehogs.…
Sand sedge
Sand sedge is an important feature of our coastal sand dunes, helping to stabilise the dunes, which allows them to grow up and become colonised by other species.
Northern Ireland’s marine habitats could help transform the climate crisis, says new report
A new report published today (18 May 2021), by Ulster Wildlife, highlights the importance of Northern Ireland’s coastal and marine habitats in helping to tackle the climate and nature crises, and…