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Invertebrates of the Burren – Adam Mantell
Tuesday 4th February 2020, 7:30pm
St John’s Scout Hall, behind Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church off the Knockbreda Road in Belfast.
Invertebrates of the Burren
Adam Mantell
Tuesday 4th February 2020
The Burren in County Clare is famous for its plants and the sweeping vistas of limestone and lakes. The invertebrate communities are perhaps less celebrated but are just as important. Adam will talk about surveying of two sites owned by NPWS in 2018, explaining how he went about it, why the Burren supports so many species not found elsewhere and finally will discuss the management challenges presented by this landscape now and into the future.
![Brown Hairstreak [worn f], Clennon Valley, Paignton, 17.9.19 (Dave Holloway)](/sites/default/files/2019-09/brown_hairstreak_worn_f_clennon_valley_paignton_17.9.19_dave_holloway_2.jpg)
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Winter Work Party: Bowara, Scrub Control for Dingy Skipper
Saturday 8th February 2020, 10:00am-3:30pm
Meet at Round ‘O’ Quay Car Park, Enniskillen BT74 7BF
Scrub Control for Dingy Skipper - Bowara, Co. Fermanagh
Saturday 8th February 2020, 10:00-15:30
Meet at Round ‘O’ Quay Car Park, Enniskillen BT74 7BFA key site for this threatened species, this steep-sloped pocket of grassland has also recorded Narrow-bordered Bee Hawkmoth and Cryptic Wood White. Managing scrub is an annual, essential task to keep the habitat from scrubbing up. Please contact Rose Cremin for more information. @email
For all work parties please wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather. Tools will be provided as well as tea/coffee/biscuits but pack a lunch!
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Herbal Leys at the Giant’s Causeway – Cliff Henry
Tuesday 3rd March 2020, 7:30pm
St John’s Scout Hall, behind Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church off the Knockbreda Road in Belfast.
Herbal Leys at the Giant’s Causeway – Cliff Henry
Tuesday 3rd March 2020
National Trust Ranger Cliff Henry explains the demonstration project of pollinator-friendly farming next door to NI’s top tourist attraction.
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NIRD2020 Saturday 4th April, 10:00–16:00, Peatlands Park
Saturday 4th April 2020, 10:00am-4:00pm
Peatland Park, Education Centre
NIRD2020 Saturday 4th April, 10:00–16:00, Peatlands Park
Northern Ireland Recorder’s Day! Our annual pre-season get-together will include a breakdown of the data from 2019, and a chance to hear from our partners about what’s happening in the world of recording as we head into the new season.
As usual, craic, light refreshments and good company guaranteed, free of charge – just bring your own lunch! We look forward to seeing you there!
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Not a Lot of People Know… – Ian RippeyTuesday 7th April 2020
Tuesday 7th April 2020, 7:30pm-9:30pm
St John’s Scout Hall, behind Newtownbreda Presbyterian Church off the Knockbreda Road in Belfast.
Not a Lot of People Know… – Ian Rippey
Tuesday 7th April 2020
...that in excess of 50 species of butterfly have been recorded in Ireland over the years! Ian tells the stories of the lesser-known visitors and introductions to our shores.
