The National Biodiversity Data Centre
Expanding our knowledge of wildlife in Ireland has always been one of the Heritage Council’s highest priorities. This led to the establishment of the National Biodiversity Data Centre which was launched officially in January 2007.
Click to enter the special National Biodiversity Data Centre section.
WILDLIFE INITIATIVE
Local Biodiversity Action Plans
Supporting the preparation and implementation of Local Biodiversity Action Plans is a key priority for the Heritage Council. Such plans are instrumental in the identification and protection of our natural heritage at the local level.
WILDLIFE GRANT AIDED PROJECTS
Bird Atlas 2007-2011 — Mapping Ireland’s Birds
This project will map all of Ireland’s and Britain’s birds during both the winter and the breeding season. The results will inform future policies and priorities for bird conservation.
WILDLIFE NEWS
Current water shortages highlight critical role of biodiversity in provision of adequate, safe supply
As the International Year of Biodiversity 2010 is launched, Cliona O’Brien, Wildlife Officer at the Heritage Council examines the reality of biodiversity in Ireland.
Death of an Irish born golden eagle chick in the Northwest
School Project to Restore Atlantic Salmon Populations
'Bee for Biodiversity' schools competition
WILDLIFE EVENTS
Of Audacious Insects and Cryptic Amphibians : Experiencing the Biodiversity of the Bogs
Public lecture at Teach Lea Community Hall, Lough Boora Parklands on April 29th at 7.30 pm.
WILDLIFE PUBLICATIONS
Best Practice Guidance for Habitat Survey and Mapping : Pre-publication version
Note: a pre-publication version is being made available at this point in order to inform projects being undertaken as the 2010 field season commences; a final designed version will be available from the Heritage Council Summer...