Eventually I’d love to see these rolled out in most libraries across the country. It’s generously supported by @BirdWatchIE & The Heritage Council and includes publications by Eric Dempsey and Michael O’Cleary

Recently I launched @longfordcoco’s birdwatching . The pack includes a pair of binoculars and a field guide to help ID birds. Birding gear can be expensive so this is a great way for people to dip their toe into the world of birdwatching before they become obsessed like me.

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A record shot of the Western Bonelli’s warbler I found on Mizen head, Co Cork today. It’s a stunning species and one I’ve always wanted to find in Ireland. I just hope someone manages to get better pics than this 😅.

We're committing a record €256 million for nature restoration & heritage, including: A 20% increase to over €100 million for National Parks & Wildlife Services to protect species and habitats. A 10% increase in funding for National Monuments and Built Heritage. #Budget2026

Record budget for nature and heritage. It sees an unprecedented allocation of €256m-historic in scale a clear signal of Government’s commitment to nature. It’s a key enabler for the Nature Restoration Plan,with a 20% NPWS increase pushing its budget past €100m for the 1st time.

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White’s Marsh in Clonakilty is now in state ownership! I am delighted that my Department, the NPWS has completed this transaction. White’s Marsh is a place of unique biodiversity and is important for migratory bird species such as the Curlew and Black-tailed Godwit.

New Pilot Project to Protect Ground-Nesting Birds from Mink 🦆🪺 The National Parks and Wildlife Service, in collaboration with the Breeding Waders EIP and the NARGC, has launched the Midlands Mink Eradication Programme — a first-of-its-kind initiative to protect Ireland’s

Great to officially open the N71 Gallanes Active Travel Scheme in Clonakilty alongside my colleague, @COSullivanTD who worked tirelessly on this project. This couldn’t have happened without the support of the community, especially Clonakilty Rugby Club and @CorkCountyCouncil

Ivy is a magic plant. For some reason people get an urge to tear it down and clear it. But here’s why we should leave Ivy where it is. This small patch of Ivy was humming with life.

The Corncrake is bouncing back thanks to conservationists and the farming community working together with 250 farmers and landowners now managing close to 1500 hectares for corncrakes. 281 corncrake territories recorded in 2024- an increase of 20% on last year. @CorncrakeLife

Wonderful news in Waterford. Well done @Notice_Nature @COSullivanTD @KerryeagleMee https://t.co/MiLWs1owBT

Big shout out to this amazing crew of NPWS rangers who successfully located the Asian Hornet nest in Cork this week. The speed and intensity with which they responded means the risk of further nests establishing in Ireland has been reduced significantly. Great teamwork!!

Yesterday an Asian Hornet nest was found in around Cork City. These are an invasive species which could have a devasting impact on our bee population if left to grow. Minister @COSullivanTD wants to the thank the public for their help, and to keep vigilant in the future too.

One of the Semipalmated Sandpipers at Clonakilty today. Nice palmations!

BANDON: A brand new 64ft artwork on Patrick’s Quay was officially unveiled by Jr Min. Christopher O’Sullivan. Carmen Quigley’s impressive piece, commissioned by Creative Bandon celebrates life all along the Bandon valley @COSullivanTD #creativebandon #bandonriver

Its Heritage week🙌 Sat 16-24 Aug With an incredible array of around 2,000 events on across Ireland, celebrating cultural heritage, built heritage & natural heritage. Visit https://t.co/OYIgb7i2PK to check out the events you can enjoy in your area! @COSullivanTD @HeritageHubIRE

Asian Hornet (aka ‘Yellow-legged hornet’) With your help we can prevent the spread of this invasive and harmful species. This will help protect pollinators, biodiversity and our food sources. Familiarize yourself and report any potential sightings at https://t.co/6zvpOOl4BL

Best of luck to the four Carlow farm families (Eric & Catherine, Richard, Leonie and Andrew, and Michael) taking part in Carlow's Farming for Nature celebration this coming Saturday as part of National Heritage Week 2025.

Asian Hornets pose a real threat to our native pollinators and therefore biodiversity in general. If you see one please report immediately to the national biodiversity data centre. My department is doing everything possible to reduce the risk of the species establishing here.