More than 600,000 people have already spoken up. Join them and tell EU leaders to keep their #HandsOffNature www.birdwatchireland.ie/handsoffnature

While devastating wildfires sweep Europe, the EU is considering weakening the laws that protect our ecosystems. Europe’s damaged ecosystems don’t need weaker laws. They need the laws we already have to be implemented and funded.

Ireland finally took steps for our Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), as Ministers O’Brien and Dooley approved the drafting of Maritime Area Planning (Marine Protected Areas) (Amendment) Bill 2026. Now, the real work begins. Learn more about what this amendment means and what's next: bit.ly/44vo70e

And just like that, the 2026 Country Bird Survey (CBS), has come to a close. A big thank you to the over 300 volunteers and National Parks and Wildlife Service staff took part this year. CBS is one of the most important and longest running bird surveys in Ireland, running since 1998.

“Is that a hummingbird in my garden?” Despite appearances, Hummingbird Hawk-moths are not actually hummingbirds, but are in fact a scarce species of day-flying moth that does a remarkably good job of imitating them. Learn more about these amazing insects: birdwatchireland.ie/is-that-a-hu...

Today our Policy and Advocacy Team supported our colleagues in Fair Seas at our World Ocean Week Conference in Cork! 🌊 Today, our team met with An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and impressed upon him the need to publish the Marine Protected Area (MPA) legislation as soon as possible.

Happy National Volunteer Week🩷 A big thank you to all our volunteers who help us throughout the year who help with running our network of Branches, surveying, habitat maintenance, community outreach and so much more. We wouldn't be able to do this work without you!

Early mornings and natural music, how else could you start your day? ☀🎵 This Sunday, we have a variety of dawn chorus walks for you to listen and see the early birds. Find a walk near you: bit.ly/4uAkiSp 📸 Oran O'Sullivan

What does Earth Day mean to you? 🌍 Read what some of our colleagues had to say: birdwatchireland.ie/celebrating-...

On the Rook out 👀 For the CBS, it is important to correctly identify bird species. Learn more about Rooks and how they are recorded in the CBS: birdwatchireland.ie/do-rooks-nes... 📸 Terry Flanagan

Birding is for everyone 💛🐦 We love seeing the pictures of our members getting out and enjoying the longer days! 🌞

We recently welcomed our new Tory Island Warden, Kyle Coughlan. Kyle is working on the PeacePlus Nature project and will be working to help safeguard breeding waders on the island. PeacePlus Nature a project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

Join us tomorrow to learn more about Ireland’s IBAs and how these locations were identified and how they can help shape the future of bird conservation at our webinar, Where the Seabirds Go, Important Areas for Seabirds in Ireland. Learn more and reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4l0ZoZ2

75 Important Bird Areas (IBAs), have been identified in Ireland for seabirds, including 51 coastal sites. These areas are crucial areas for bird conservation, especially the coastal areas which support seabird breeding colonies.

Biodiversity is not evenly distributed around the planet. In Ireland, 75 Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (IBAs) for seabirds have been identified. Where are these hidden hotspots? Tune into our webinar on March 10th to learn where our seabirds go and why these places matter: bit.ly/4l0ZoZ2

Ireland’s water is at risk and your help could make all the difference! The EU law that has been protecting our water and keeping us safe and healthy for the past 25 years is being torn down. Learn more and sign our petition today: birdwatchireland.ie/.../hands-of... #HandsOffNature

PSA from our East Coast Nature Reserve! 📣🌧 Due to severe flooding from the recent storm, the reserve will be closed for the time being. Stay tuned for updates in the coming weeks.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Office Manager with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with line-management and customer service experience. A background in the finance or charity sector would be advantageous. Full details at birdwatchireland.ie/get-involved...

BirdWatch Ireland is hiring a Marine Advocacy and Campaigns Officer to help secure a better future for Ireland's seabirds. Deadline 5pm Jan 7th 2026 for applications and cover letter. Full details including job description is here birdwatchireland.ie/get-involved... (pic Brenda Sheridan)

Get ready for the Irish Garden Bird Survey, which kicks off on Monday 1st December! We need records from as many gardens across Ireland as possible, so please spread the word! birdwatchireland.ie/irish-garden...

Don't let our Puffins go puff! BirdWatch Ireland was proud to march alongside so many concerned people at the National Climate Demonstration in Dublin on Saturday. Special thanks to Cian O'Flaherty for wearing the very warm Puffin costume! #ClimateEmergency #StopClimateChaos

BirdWatch Ireland is recruiting a Communications Officer, a 2-year position partially funded through the Heritage Council's Heritage Organisations Support Fund 2025. For full details and to apply, visit birdwatchireland.ie/get-involved...

We are delighted to be partnering with IKEA to conserve & protect Ireland's wild birds. €1 from every sale of IKEA soft toys, including those in its new SANDLÖPARE children’s range, will be donated to BirdWatch Ireland between now and 30th November. birdwatchireland.ie/ikea-birdwat...

It's one year today since we lost our dear friend and colleague, Steve Wing, Cape Clear Bird Observatory Wildlife Officer. In his memory, we are launching the Steve Wing Memorial Bursary, which will be open annually to aspiring ecologists/naturalists aged 18-25: birdwatchireland.ie/announcing-t...

Today is the last day for you to send a message to ask the European Commission to keep their #HandsOffNature. Please, don't let them destroy EU nature protection laws👉 birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...

Only 2 days left to tell decision-makers: #HandsOffNature. Join over 150,000 citizens defending EU nature laws! If you are against the weakening of EU nature laws, now is the moment to speak up. Your voice matters. Use it now: birdwatchireland.ie/our-work/adv...

For the new episode of our #InYourNature podcast we speak to Andy Pollard & Martin Anstee of @birdlifeglobal.bsky.social partner Falklands Conservation about the unique wildlife & conservation challenges of the Falkland Islands. Recorded at Global Birdfair. Listen at open.spotify.com/episode/41Ek...

Our ringing work in partnership with Dublin Port Company provides invaluable insights into the migration behaviour of Oystercatchers. This bird ringed in 2017, now 9 years old, was spotted on its breeding grounds in Berneray, Scotland for the first time this year.

In the latest episode of our #InYourNature podcast we speak to Dr. Sean McCormack of the Ealing Wildlife Group about the Ealing Beaver Project, bringing beavers back to London. Recorded live at #GlobalBirdfair. #UrbanWildlife #EalingBeaverProject #WildLondon www.buzzsprout.com/1701709/epis...

This week's episode of our #InYourNature podcast is about the wonderful Return to Nature Clare Church Biodiversity Project: turning churchyards into thriving spaces for wildlife and community engagement. open.spotify.com/episode/3ZAI...