News - birds

Swifts in Ireland face decline, warns Longford conservationist

Larry Mitchell from Swift Conservation Ireland says there is growing concern these birds are no longer nesting and breeding in the region.

Aug 4, 2025 13:59

Locals are being encouraged to participate in annual bird survey

As families spend time at home over the holiday period, BirdWatch Ireland is asking people to spend a short amount of time each week watching their garden birds and recording what they see.

Jan 1, 2024 13:14

Local Deputy calls for extension to wild bird cover scheme

The deadline is set for this coming Monday.

May 29, 2021 08:53

Eleven birds of prey have died due to human interference over the past 12 years in the Shannonside Northern Sound region

Eleven birds of prey died as result of human interference in the last 12 years in the Shannonside Northern Sound region. A new report published

Oct 24, 2020 13:21

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