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Amphibian watchman – “When we save the frogs, we’re protecting all our wildlife, all our ecosystems and all humans.” — Dr. Kerry Kriger

The rich biodiversity in Ireland is a result of its varied landscapes, including rugged mountains, rolling hills, fertile valleys, and extensive coastline. The country boasts a remarkable array of plant and animal species, many of which are native and unique to Ireland. Ancient forests, boglands, fertile river valleys, mountainscapes and coastal habitats support a wide range of flora and fauna, which are essential to the healthy fisheries anglers enjoy.

The following reports feature nature observations, reflections on wildlife and more..

Some more tuna from Donegal Bay before the season closes

While the 2021 bluefin tuna season is coming to a close, Adrian Molloy of tuna.ie reports of a nice 300 lbs. bluefin for his...

Recent trips bring rarities for Radiance

Kieran Collins has had some really interesting catches lately on Radiance fishing out of Baltimore. Just over a week ago, on a difficult bluefin...

Salmon Watch Ireland Annual Conference 2021 – River Barriers

Salmon Watch Ireland (SWIRL) is a not for profit, membership-based organisation dedicated to the restoration of wild salmon numbers in Ireland. SWIRL organises an...

Irish Angling Update 17 September 2021

On an apple-ripe September morning, through the mist-chill fields I went, with a pitch-fork on my shoulder, less for use than for devilment. Patrick Kavanagh...

More bluefin tuna action from West Cork

Last week saw the first of the Cork based authorised bluefin tuna boats meeting fish. This week more boats followed suit... Anglers fishing with David...

Tuna action continues in Donegal Bay

Bluefin boats based in the northwest enjoyed another exciting week with a few nice tuna caught. Adrian Molloy of tuna.ie reported that numbers are...

Irish Angling Update 3 September 2021

"And all at once, summer collapsed into fall" Oscar Wilde must surely have known that feeling of "Where did the summer go?!" when he wrote...

Water Biodiversity Course in Co. Galway

Galway Rural Development are kicking off a new training course this autumn. This exciting opportunity is all about getting to know rivers and streams...
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More tuna for Wild Atlantic Way Angling & tuna.ie

Killybegs bluefin tuna boats had more decent fish during the week. Anglers onboard Deep Blue enjoyed good tuna cation during the week, while Wildatlanticwayangling...
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Great day on Kiwi Girl for dappers and dry fly anglers

A mixed bunch of anglers fished on Kiwi Girl last weekend. Some met for the first time onboard the boat, others had been friends...