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Check out this AMAZING Peregrine Falcon photograph posted to the Ireland’s Wildlife group on Flickr by Neil O’Reilly. A more than worthy shot to kick off our regular Wednesday “Wildlife Photograph of the Week” slot. Photograph All rights reserved by Neil O’Reilly If you’d like to see one of your photographs featured in our “Photo of the Week” [...]
The results of the prestigious Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition were announced during the week. First prize went to Canadian photographer Paul Nicklen who braved the frigid waters of Antarctica and hunting leopard seals to capture this sensational shot of Emperor Penguins returning to the ice to feed their chicks. “Bubble Jetting Emperors” won [...]
“Gannet Jacuzzi” — Overall winner of the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2012 As we wait with bated breath for the results of the “Irish Wildlife Photography Award 2012”, run by the Irish Wildlilfe Trust, results of the British Wildlife Photography Awards 2012 were announced yesterday, complete with a stunning portfolio of images from the winning [...]
An evening walk on the beach is one of the real high points of Autumn. In this part of West Cork we’re spoilt for choice with some stunning beaches within striking distance of the house… but more often than not we pick Long Strand at Castlefreke near Clonakilty for an evening stroll along the strand. [...]
After the traumatic events and harrowing images of the last few days I thought I’d post a few photographs of healthy fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) off the West Cork coast. This is how they look at their best:
Rónán McLaughlin is a keen birder, photographer, wildlife enthusiast and regular contributor to the Ireland’s Wildlife community on Facebook. Originally from Donegal, but now based in Cobh, Co. Cork, Rónán is launching a calendar the end of this week documenting a year in the life of the nearby Cuskinny Marsh nature reserve. The launch will [...]
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