The theme for #COP15, "Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future," highlights the critical connection between wetland conservation and a sustainable future. Safeguarding these ecosystems is essential to maintaining ecological balance for generations to come.

Whilst exploring this beautiful native woodland in #Donegal last weekend I discovered some Hazel gloves #fungi on both Hazel & Blackthorn.

The Marsh Helleborine, scientifically known as Epipactis palustris, is a beautiful orchid found in various wetland areas in Ireland. Here are some interesting facts about it: Have you ever seen one of these orchids in the wild? 📷 Photo courtesy of Mike Brown #marshhelleborine

NPWS Raised Bog Restoration programme facts: ■ Works undertaken: - 950ha at 11 sites in 2023 -5,000ha (in 22 SACs) since 2018 ■ Preparatory works undertaken at 40 SACs ■ works expanded to blanket bogs More info 👉 ‘NPWS in Review – 2023 -2024’ tinyurl.com/4za4yxap

Join the National Parks and Wildlife Service Wicklow Education Team on a guided walk through Knocksink Wood Nature Reserver and discover what makes this place so special, shorturl.at/2o1wq

Water Heritage Day this Sunday, August 25 💦🌊💧🦆 #HeritageWeek2024 👇

🌊🌾 Sand dunes are our coast’s natural protectors! 🌾🌊 These incredible formations serve as a vital buffer, shielding our coastal communities from the impact of storms. Learn more about how you can help #ProtectOurDunes: 🔗caro.ie/projects-resea…

Wonderful project to be involved in. The team at Glenties are creating a showcase of biodiversity richness and solutions.

(AL) Want to make a difference for #birds and #biodiversity? The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is working to review and update wildlife legislation and is currently running a #publicconsultation. Deadline: Sept 13. Learn how to take part👇 birdwatchireland.ie/be-a-champion-…

From vibrant peatlands to lush wetlands, our projects aim to restore natural habitats and support a diverse range of species. This drift of rosebay willowherb is a common site on cutover and is a rich source of nectar for honey bees and other insects. #greenrestorationireland

"Peat soils cover more than 23 per cent of the country, meaning many Irish people have long had close interactions with #peatlands, through their use for #energy, #agriculture #horticulture & #forestry. There are also deep #cultural attachments" Yvonne Buckley ow.ly/9Iiz50T5Onf

On this #WaterHeritageDay2024 you can help protect our rivers, lakes and canals by stopping the spread of invasives species which harm wildlife and clog waterways. Remember to #CheckCleanDry before moving between waterbodies. For more info👉bit.ly/3O7r5kr

Swallows from Saturday in glorious sunshine. Kilkenny Weather Ireland's National Biodiversity Conference Nore Vision (Nore River Catchment Trust) BirdWatch Ireland Irish Wildlife Trust WildWebsWednesday

1 month left to apply and unlock €134.5 million #EUfunding available under #MissionSoil! Hurry up and submit your research proposals on: 🌿Soil biodiversity 🌱Living Labs 🐝#SoilHealth for pollinators ... and more! Deadline 8 October 🗓️ Read more ➡️ europa.eu/!8TxbBW

Delighted today to announce a call for proposals aimed at supporting short supply food chains in Ireland. Shortening the distance from farm to fork has real potential to foster greater connection with consumers & better prices for producers. Read more: tinyurl.com/533wx2yh

🍁 Welcome September As autumn sweeps across the farm, it’s the perfect moment to embrace what nature offers. Curious about more nature friendly farming tips? See our September guide here bit.ly/FFNSeptTips #FarmingForNature #SeptemberTips #SustainableFarming

Rewarding to find 15 Marsh fritillary nests at a nationally important butterfly breeding site in the #Burren that volunteers have been working hard to maintain. This is Ireland's only legally protected insect & is at high risk of extinction. Huge thanks to Jesmond Harding..

Summer is over but luckily our hedgerow events continue year-round🎉Join and share our Autumn/Winter events: hedgerows.ie/events/ Our Conference, Championships, and Limerick Council - Comhairle Luimnigh event are free to book! We'll be adding new hedge laying training dates throughout the season.

Our top 4 Dragonflies in August were Common Darter, Common Hawker, Brown Hawker and Emperor Dragonfly. Contribute records for our final year of the Dragonfly Ireland 2019-2024 survey at biodiversityireland.ie/surveys/dragon…

Minister Malcolm Noonan T.D. opening the Rural water conference this morning. The Water Forum have a developed a position on Group Water Schemes calling for urgent action & funding for source protection measures & to address schemes with ongoing water quality issues