RSPB Northern Ireland
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Protecting and restoring habitats, saving species and helping end the nature and climate crisis in Northern Ireland.
Today’s statement from the @daera-ni.gov.uk Minister is an important step forward for environmental governance in Northern Ireland. The evidence is clear that our current system is failing both nature and people.
November 4, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Today’s statement from the @daera-ni.gov.uk Minister is an important step forward for environmental governance in Northern Ireland. The evidence is clear that our current system is failing both nature and people.
Here are our thoughts on DAERA's Independent Review of Environmental Governance:
October 22, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Here are our thoughts on DAERA's Independent Review of Environmental Governance:
Are you passionate about protecting wildlife and helping to restore habitats?
At RSPB NI, we are recruiting roles right across the country. From Campaigning Communications Officer, to Machinery Operator.
Read more and apply: rspb.org.uk/careers
At RSPB NI, we are recruiting roles right across the country. From Campaigning Communications Officer, to Machinery Operator.
Read more and apply: rspb.org.uk/careers
October 15, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Are you passionate about protecting wildlife and helping to restore habitats?
At RSPB NI, we are recruiting roles right across the country. From Campaigning Communications Officer, to Machinery Operator.
Read more and apply: rspb.org.uk/careers
At RSPB NI, we are recruiting roles right across the country. From Campaigning Communications Officer, to Machinery Operator.
Read more and apply: rspb.org.uk/careers
85% of the RSPB is powered by volunteers – and that is worth celebrating 🎉
At the end of September, we came together at Oxford Island to say a huge thank you to our incredible volunteers.
At the end of September, we came together at Oxford Island to say a huge thank you to our incredible volunteers.
October 13, 2025 at 11:09 AM
85% of the RSPB is powered by volunteers – and that is worth celebrating 🎉
At the end of September, we came together at Oxford Island to say a huge thank you to our incredible volunteers.
At the end of September, we came together at Oxford Island to say a huge thank you to our incredible volunteers.
If you’re a member of the RSPB, you’re the beating heart of everything we do.
We can’t protect and restore nature without you.
That's why we want to say thank you for the huge contribution all our members make, and that by being a member, you're doing something amazing for nature every day 👏
We can’t protect and restore nature without you.
That's why we want to say thank you for the huge contribution all our members make, and that by being a member, you're doing something amazing for nature every day 👏
October 9, 2025 at 12:40 PM
If you’re a member of the RSPB, you’re the beating heart of everything we do.
We can’t protect and restore nature without you.
That's why we want to say thank you for the huge contribution all our members make, and that by being a member, you're doing something amazing for nature every day 👏
We can’t protect and restore nature without you.
That's why we want to say thank you for the huge contribution all our members make, and that by being a member, you're doing something amazing for nature every day 👏
At RSPB NI, we remain concerned about the current state of agri-environment policy in Northern Ireland and spoke to BBC NI about this.
The withdrawal of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) without a fully functioning replacement has left many farmers in limbo.
The withdrawal of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) without a fully functioning replacement has left many farmers in limbo.
October 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
At RSPB NI, we remain concerned about the current state of agri-environment policy in Northern Ireland and spoke to BBC NI about this.
The withdrawal of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) without a fully functioning replacement has left many farmers in limbo.
The withdrawal of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) without a fully functioning replacement has left many farmers in limbo.
🚨Important notice!🚨
Due to the weather conditions, our Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre will be closed today (Fri 4 July) from 1pm.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We hope the Seabird Centre will reopen as normal tomorrow - weather depending.
📷Photo by Dakota Reid
Due to the weather conditions, our Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre will be closed today (Fri 4 July) from 1pm.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We hope the Seabird Centre will reopen as normal tomorrow - weather depending.
📷Photo by Dakota Reid
July 4, 2025 at 10:15 AM
🚨Important notice!🚨
Due to the weather conditions, our Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre will be closed today (Fri 4 July) from 1pm.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We hope the Seabird Centre will reopen as normal tomorrow - weather depending.
📷Photo by Dakota Reid
Due to the weather conditions, our Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre will be closed today (Fri 4 July) from 1pm.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We hope the Seabird Centre will reopen as normal tomorrow - weather depending.
📷Photo by Dakota Reid
Have you been keeping up with #Springwatch this week?
Whats been your favourite moments so far? 👇
Don't forget to tune in again tonight at 8pm on BBC2
Wonder where Lolo will turn up tonight on his road trip around Northern Ireland?
Whats been your favourite moments so far? 👇
Don't forget to tune in again tonight at 8pm on BBC2
Wonder where Lolo will turn up tonight on his road trip around Northern Ireland?
May 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Have you been keeping up with #Springwatch this week?
Whats been your favourite moments so far? 👇
Don't forget to tune in again tonight at 8pm on BBC2
Wonder where Lolo will turn up tonight on his road trip around Northern Ireland?
Whats been your favourite moments so far? 👇
Don't forget to tune in again tonight at 8pm on BBC2
Wonder where Lolo will turn up tonight on his road trip around Northern Ireland?
One of our favourite moments of #Springwatch is spotting the adorable fluffy chicks. Need more chicks in your life? We got you 👇
May 28, 2025 at 7:54 AM
One of our favourite moments of #Springwatch is spotting the adorable fluffy chicks. Need more chicks in your life? We got you 👇
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Damsels & Dragons out in force today despite the wind and rain. @rspbni.bsky.social
#damselflies #montiaghsmoss #wildlife #nature #dragonflies
#damselflies #montiaghsmoss #wildlife #nature #dragonflies
May 25, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Damsels & Dragons out in force today despite the wind and rain. @rspbni.bsky.social
#damselflies #montiaghsmoss #wildlife #nature #dragonflies
#damselflies #montiaghsmoss #wildlife #nature #dragonflies
The first episode of #Springwatch last night was incredible as always, and how amazing to see some of the species that live right in the heart of Belfast!
Back again for night two? See you at 8.00pm, on BBC Two 😊
Back again for night two? See you at 8.00pm, on BBC Two 😊
May 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The first episode of #Springwatch last night was incredible as always, and how amazing to see some of the species that live right in the heart of Belfast!
Back again for night two? See you at 8.00pm, on BBC Two 😊
Back again for night two? See you at 8.00pm, on BBC Two 😊
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We’ve just delivered a message to Downing Street, backed by over 100,000 of you.‼️
Farmers, NGOs and the public are standing together to demand action.
UK Government, this is a call you can't afford to ignore.
Any cut now would be a disaster for farming and nature.
Farmers, NGOs and the public are standing together to demand action.
UK Government, this is a call you can't afford to ignore.
Any cut now would be a disaster for farming and nature.
May 20, 2025 at 3:17 PM
We’ve just delivered a message to Downing Street, backed by over 100,000 of you.‼️
Farmers, NGOs and the public are standing together to demand action.
UK Government, this is a call you can't afford to ignore.
Any cut now would be a disaster for farming and nature.
Farmers, NGOs and the public are standing together to demand action.
UK Government, this is a call you can't afford to ignore.
Any cut now would be a disaster for farming and nature.
This #WildlifeWednesday we’re spotlighting 5 species that call our farmlands home:
Yellowhammer, Barn Owl, Reed Bunting, Linnet and Curlew
Farming for nature protects their future and ours. Help us make sure nature can have a home by taking our e-action:
action.rspb.org.uk/page/169381/...
Yellowhammer, Barn Owl, Reed Bunting, Linnet and Curlew
Farming for nature protects their future and ours. Help us make sure nature can have a home by taking our e-action:
action.rspb.org.uk/page/169381/...
May 7, 2025 at 1:13 PM
This #WildlifeWednesday we’re spotlighting 5 species that call our farmlands home:
Yellowhammer, Barn Owl, Reed Bunting, Linnet and Curlew
Farming for nature protects their future and ours. Help us make sure nature can have a home by taking our e-action:
action.rspb.org.uk/page/169381/...
Yellowhammer, Barn Owl, Reed Bunting, Linnet and Curlew
Farming for nature protects their future and ours. Help us make sure nature can have a home by taking our e-action:
action.rspb.org.uk/page/169381/...
Our new poll reveals strong public support for nature-friendly farming 🌿
👉 Take our e-action to support farmers working with nature: brnw.ch/21wSrjb
👉 Take our e-action to support farmers working with nature: brnw.ch/21wSrjb
May 6, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Our new poll reveals strong public support for nature-friendly farming 🌿
👉 Take our e-action to support farmers working with nature: brnw.ch/21wSrjb
👉 Take our e-action to support farmers working with nature: brnw.ch/21wSrjb
Did you know that over 75% of Northern Ireland is farmed? That's why investing in nature-friendly farming is the best chance we have of seeing our wildlife recover and thrive.
✍️ Show your support for nature-friendly farming now: brnw.ch/21wSkRL
✍️ Show your support for nature-friendly farming now: brnw.ch/21wSkRL
May 1, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Did you know that over 75% of Northern Ireland is farmed? That's why investing in nature-friendly farming is the best chance we have of seeing our wildlife recover and thrive.
✍️ Show your support for nature-friendly farming now: brnw.ch/21wSkRL
✍️ Show your support for nature-friendly farming now: brnw.ch/21wSkRL
Blue carbon habitats are along our coastlines and in our sea – they play a vital role in storing carbon, providing for many species and improving water quality.
Today the Minister has announced a Blue Carbon Action Plan for Northern Ireland, the first of its kind for the UK.
Today the Minister has announced a Blue Carbon Action Plan for Northern Ireland, the first of its kind for the UK.
April 24, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Blue carbon habitats are along our coastlines and in our sea – they play a vital role in storing carbon, providing for many species and improving water quality.
Today the Minister has announced a Blue Carbon Action Plan for Northern Ireland, the first of its kind for the UK.
Today the Minister has announced a Blue Carbon Action Plan for Northern Ireland, the first of its kind for the UK.
Great news from Rathlin Island as the Corncrake has returned!
Listen out for the rare “crex crex” call when you’re walking the island. Thanks to volunteers, farmers and our staff for making this possible once again.
Listen out for the rare “crex crex” call when you’re walking the island. Thanks to volunteers, farmers and our staff for making this possible once again.
April 22, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Great news from Rathlin Island as the Corncrake has returned!
Listen out for the rare “crex crex” call when you’re walking the island. Thanks to volunteers, farmers and our staff for making this possible once again.
Listen out for the rare “crex crex” call when you’re walking the island. Thanks to volunteers, farmers and our staff for making this possible once again.
It’s #WorldCurlewDay! We’re heading back to Lower Lough Erne with Estate Operations Warden Amy Burns for a look at last year’s Curlew breeding season.
Watch the full story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6nX...
To learn more or to support RSPB works, visit www.rspb.org.uk
Watch the full story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6nX...
To learn more or to support RSPB works, visit www.rspb.org.uk
The call of the Curlew - helping Lough Erne's iconic species | RSPB Northern Ireland
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April 21, 2025 at 9:50 AM
It’s #WorldCurlewDay! We’re heading back to Lower Lough Erne with Estate Operations Warden Amy Burns for a look at last year’s Curlew breeding season.
Watch the full story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6nX...
To learn more or to support RSPB works, visit www.rspb.org.uk
Watch the full story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6nX...
To learn more or to support RSPB works, visit www.rspb.org.uk
Have you seen any waves of bluebells yet?
Did you know that it can take over five years for a patch of Bluebells to establish? They prefer undisturbed soil, which is why they are often established with ancient woodlands.
📸Bluebell woodland, Mark Williamson
Did you know that it can take over five years for a patch of Bluebells to establish? They prefer undisturbed soil, which is why they are often established with ancient woodlands.
📸Bluebell woodland, Mark Williamson
April 16, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Have you seen any waves of bluebells yet?
Did you know that it can take over five years for a patch of Bluebells to establish? They prefer undisturbed soil, which is why they are often established with ancient woodlands.
📸Bluebell woodland, Mark Williamson
Did you know that it can take over five years for a patch of Bluebells to establish? They prefer undisturbed soil, which is why they are often established with ancient woodlands.
📸Bluebell woodland, Mark Williamson
Happy #PuffinDay to everyone who loves a tiny bird in formalwear.
Want a front-row seat to see the Puffins this year in Northern Ireland? Head to the West Light Seabird Centre, re-opening this Easter Sunday.
Perched on the edge of the cliffs, where the sea meets sky and the Puffins come to nest 🌥️
Want a front-row seat to see the Puffins this year in Northern Ireland? Head to the West Light Seabird Centre, re-opening this Easter Sunday.
Perched on the edge of the cliffs, where the sea meets sky and the Puffins come to nest 🌥️
April 14, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Happy #PuffinDay to everyone who loves a tiny bird in formalwear.
Want a front-row seat to see the Puffins this year in Northern Ireland? Head to the West Light Seabird Centre, re-opening this Easter Sunday.
Perched on the edge of the cliffs, where the sea meets sky and the Puffins come to nest 🌥️
Want a front-row seat to see the Puffins this year in Northern Ireland? Head to the West Light Seabird Centre, re-opening this Easter Sunday.
Perched on the edge of the cliffs, where the sea meets sky and the Puffins come to nest 🌥️
They’ve done it again! The House Sparrow takes the top spot in Northern Ireland’s #BigGardenBirdwatch.
See the full results here: bit.ly/BGBWResults25
See the full results here: bit.ly/BGBWResults25
April 11, 2025 at 4:08 PM
They’ve done it again! The House Sparrow takes the top spot in Northern Ireland’s #BigGardenBirdwatch.
See the full results here: bit.ly/BGBWResults25
See the full results here: bit.ly/BGBWResults25
📢 Speak up for nature in Northern Ireland! The #NatureRestoration Bill is our chance to secure legally binding targets for biodiversity, clean air, and thriving habitats.
Make your voice heard, respond to the consultation by the 2nd of May: bit.ly/42jjTHw
Make your voice heard, respond to the consultation by the 2nd of May: bit.ly/42jjTHw
April 10, 2025 at 8:50 AM
📢 Speak up for nature in Northern Ireland! The #NatureRestoration Bill is our chance to secure legally binding targets for biodiversity, clean air, and thriving habitats.
Make your voice heard, respond to the consultation by the 2nd of May: bit.ly/42jjTHw
Make your voice heard, respond to the consultation by the 2nd of May: bit.ly/42jjTHw
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For more on this see my colleague Meriel Harrison's new blog @rspbni.bsky.social @rspbaction.bsky.social community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/na...
April 7, 2025 at 9:33 PM
For more on this see my colleague Meriel Harrison's new blog @rspbni.bsky.social @rspbaction.bsky.social community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/na...
Join RSPB NI for an enchanting evening as we delve into the secret world of bats at the beautiful Portmore Lough Nature Reserve! Experience the sights and sounds of these fascinating creatures on a guided bat walk with Warden Cathryn 🦇
📅23 April
Book: events.rspb.org.uk/events/109109
📅23 April
Book: events.rspb.org.uk/events/109109
March 28, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Join RSPB NI for an enchanting evening as we delve into the secret world of bats at the beautiful Portmore Lough Nature Reserve! Experience the sights and sounds of these fascinating creatures on a guided bat walk with Warden Cathryn 🦇
📅23 April
Book: events.rspb.org.uk/events/109109
📅23 April
Book: events.rspb.org.uk/events/109109
Puffins are back on Rathlin Island!
With over 240,000 seabirds, it's time to plan your visit to the West Light Seabird Centre reopening on Easter Sunday, 20 April. Check out all the details here: bit.ly/PuffinsRSPBNI
With over 240,000 seabirds, it's time to plan your visit to the West Light Seabird Centre reopening on Easter Sunday, 20 April. Check out all the details here: bit.ly/PuffinsRSPBNI
March 25, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Puffins are back on Rathlin Island!
With over 240,000 seabirds, it's time to plan your visit to the West Light Seabird Centre reopening on Easter Sunday, 20 April. Check out all the details here: bit.ly/PuffinsRSPBNI
With over 240,000 seabirds, it's time to plan your visit to the West Light Seabird Centre reopening on Easter Sunday, 20 April. Check out all the details here: bit.ly/PuffinsRSPBNI