The red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) is one of our most charismatic species, found in woodlands in many parts of Ireland and is an animal that warms the hearts of those lucky enough to observe it. In recent years the decline of the red squirrel has been associated with the spread….

Irish wildlife film maker and natural history icon Éamon de Buitléar died at home in Degany Co. Wicklow last night aged 83. As well as his pioneering work bringing the wonder of Irish wildlife to a nascent television audience, Mr de Buitléar, was the author of numerous books on Ireland’s natural….