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Local newspaper story claiming Buzzards kill pets blasted as ‘irresponsible’, ‘misleading’, and ‘pure ignorance’

Image: Shay Connolly December 12th 2016 Local newspaper the Tipperary Star has come under a wave of criticism for publishing a front page story claiming Buzzards have taken pets. The story which was run on November 30th claimed that two terrier dogs had been killed by the bird of prey Read more…

By Ian Carey, 6 yearsDecember 12, 2016 ago
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Hen Harrier numbers fall by one third, new study finds

22nd April, 2016 Ireland’s hen harrier numbers have fallen by one third since 2000, a shocking new study has found. Despite serious efforts to protect this incredible and rare species the population has continued to fall. Several factors are to blame for the decline including the intensification of agriculture, dense Read more…

By Ian Carey, 7 yearsApril 22, 2016 ago
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