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This International Biodiversity Day the IWT calls on the Government to do more to protect our biodiversity

May 21, 2013 1:58 pm

This May 22nd marks International Biodiversity Day and the IWT is calling on the Government to do more to protect our precious biodiversity. The current Government is one of the most wildlife unfriendly we have seen for a while. Even … Continue reading

Code of Practice for Visitors of Coastal/Island Bird Colonies

April 30, 2013 7:00 am

Ireland boasts some of the most important coastal breeding bird colonies in Europe and many of these are accessible to people along coastal paths or on off-shore islands. Every year thousands of people visit these areas to enjoy the spectacle … Continue reading

Donations to the Irish Wildlife Trust now easier than ever before!

April 26, 2013 5:26 pm

   We are delighted to announce that we have successfully set up SMS donations to help us generate much needed funds to support our important work.  Text message donations are probably the fastest and easiest way to support your favourite … Continue reading

Irish Wildlife

Magazine of the Irish Wildlife Trust

Latest issue: IWT Spring 2013

Ireland’s Coast

by Carsten Krieger

A Sharks Tale – following the trail of giants

by Emmet Johnson

Dutch Master – the legacy of a pioneer of conservation in Ireland

by Finn van Gelderen

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