As the waters warm around the coast of West Cork and we welcome the annual migration of whales, and lots of activity from dolphins and porpoises, Marine Biologist and Oceanographer and IWDG member Catherine Russell reminds us that these creatures should not be disturbed or stressed in their natural habitat. […]
Following her recent talk and viewing session to the public, Branch Committee member and local area National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Conservation Ranger, Claire Deasy, gives an account of Clonakilty’s newest resident bird of prey, the awe-inspiring peregrine falcon (scientific name: falco peregrinus; Irish name: fabhcún gorm). This spring, […]
While he mightn’t have two bob to rub together at times, the affectionately named ‘Birdman of Allihies’, Alex Scade, 74, tells Mary O’Brien that he considers himself a wealthy man. Over the years Alex’s self-built aviary and wildlife sanctuary in the hills of Beara has sheltered many birds and animals […]
