Anja Murray
@miseanja.bsky.social
Ecologist, nature enthusiast, broadcaster, create #NatureFile @RTElyricfm, make radio docs, weekly column in The Examiner.
Author of Wild Embrace
Author of Wild Embrace
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Anja Murray
@miseanja.bsky.social
· Nov 14
to introduce myself here on BlueSky. My book 'Wild Embrace' is a celebration of nature in Ireland. In it I hone in on a selection of habitats & wild animals; explore symbiosis in nature; and examine how we interact with our environment, through ancient beliefs, folklore & more recent cultural frames
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Beautiful, sombre article from @miseanja.bsky.social about the epic migration of Atlantic Salmon - and the human pressures putting this all at risk.
"I wonder if 25 years from now ... will there be any wild salmon left to spawn in Irish rivers."
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"I wonder if 25 years from now ... will there be any wild salmon left to spawn in Irish rivers."
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Anja Murray: Epic migration of Atlantic salmon in jeopardy
Wild salmon can leap as high as three metres. Perhaps our ancient forbears were aware of the benefits of the rich fatty acids found in salmon flesh that can help our brains to function well, which wou...
www.irishexaminer.com
November 13, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Beautiful, sombre article from @miseanja.bsky.social about the epic migration of Atlantic Salmon - and the human pressures putting this all at risk.
"I wonder if 25 years from now ... will there be any wild salmon left to spawn in Irish rivers."
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
"I wonder if 25 years from now ... will there be any wild salmon left to spawn in Irish rivers."
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
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'Hijacked'? 'Pushing an agenda'? It's called EU law, namely the Habitats Directive, it's been in place for decades, & like most laws Ireland is failing to do that well, while our biodiversity pays the price.
So, yes, eNGOs are pushing it. Unapologetically.
www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/wa...
So, yes, eNGOs are pushing it. Unapologetically.
www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/wa...
November 10, 2025 at 11:51 AM
'Hijacked'? 'Pushing an agenda'? It's called EU law, namely the Habitats Directive, it's been in place for decades, & like most laws Ireland is failing to do that well, while our biodiversity pays the price.
So, yes, eNGOs are pushing it. Unapologetically.
www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/wa...
So, yes, eNGOs are pushing it. Unapologetically.
www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/wa...
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Looking forward to hearing @thinkorswim.bsky.social @miseanja.bsky.social, Catherine Cleary, Eanna Ní Lámhna, Randall Plunkett and Fintan Drury speak on 5 November. All events Free and everybody welcome! @tudublinsustain.bsky.social @connectingcabra.bsky.social @climatealarmclock.bsky.social
We’re delighted to be bringing you a day of dynamic and thought-provoking events out at @tudublin.bsky.social’s Grangegorman campus, exploring sustainability and sustainable development themes. Full details on all events and bookings at our website ➡️ bit.ly/3KL6OBL @tudublinsustain.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Looking forward to hearing @thinkorswim.bsky.social @miseanja.bsky.social, Catherine Cleary, Eanna Ní Lámhna, Randall Plunkett and Fintan Drury speak on 5 November. All events Free and everybody welcome! @tudublinsustain.bsky.social @connectingcabra.bsky.social @climatealarmclock.bsky.social
Today is publication day!
Rich with info & insights about primroses and canopy leaves, the framework for the hidden power behind a butterfly’s wing or the singing of a wren;as well as otters, wild orchids, pilot whales, swifts, puffins, leatherback turtles, bog cotton, woolly mammoths, Kerry toads
Rich with info & insights about primroses and canopy leaves, the framework for the hidden power behind a butterfly’s wing or the singing of a wren;as well as otters, wild orchids, pilot whales, swifts, puffins, leatherback turtles, bog cotton, woolly mammoths, Kerry toads
September 18, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Today is publication day!
Rich with info & insights about primroses and canopy leaves, the framework for the hidden power behind a butterfly’s wing or the singing of a wren;as well as otters, wild orchids, pilot whales, swifts, puffins, leatherback turtles, bog cotton, woolly mammoths, Kerry toads
Rich with info & insights about primroses and canopy leaves, the framework for the hidden power behind a butterfly’s wing or the singing of a wren;as well as otters, wild orchids, pilot whales, swifts, puffins, leatherback turtles, bog cotton, woolly mammoths, Kerry toads
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🚨Urgent Action🚨
The govt is trying to lower environmental protections for our rivers & lakes! We need to stop this before tomorrow, Friday 23rd.
Read more here: swanireland.ie/take-action/...
Click here to send a pre-made email submission asking them to stop: tinyurl.com/yu2dujb9
The govt is trying to lower environmental protections for our rivers & lakes! We need to stop this before tomorrow, Friday 23rd.
Read more here: swanireland.ie/take-action/...
Click here to send a pre-made email submission asking them to stop: tinyurl.com/yu2dujb9
Stop the lowering of environmental protections for rivers and lakes - Sustainable Water Network
The government is lowering the ecological targets on nearly 10% of our rivers and lakes without adequate rationale to justify this. They can do this by designating them as Heavily Modified Water Bodie...
swanireland.ie
May 22, 2025 at 2:40 PM
🚨Urgent Action🚨
The govt is trying to lower environmental protections for our rivers & lakes! We need to stop this before tomorrow, Friday 23rd.
Read more here: swanireland.ie/take-action/...
Click here to send a pre-made email submission asking them to stop: tinyurl.com/yu2dujb9
The govt is trying to lower environmental protections for our rivers & lakes! We need to stop this before tomorrow, Friday 23rd.
Read more here: swanireland.ie/take-action/...
Click here to send a pre-made email submission asking them to stop: tinyurl.com/yu2dujb9
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Thrilled to hear a cuckoo in Glenmalure this morning.
A good reason to share this beautiful programme from @miseanja.bsky.social & Brían MacGloinn
www.rte.ie/radio/lyricf...
A good reason to share this beautiful programme from @miseanja.bsky.social & Brían MacGloinn
www.rte.ie/radio/lyricf...
Feather and Flock - The Cuckoo | The Lyric Feature
Feather and Flock delves in to the ways of six iconic native Irish birds. Each episode combines ecology, folklore and history to uncover the incredible lives and journeys of these wild creatures. We b...
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May 2, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Thrilled to hear a cuckoo in Glenmalure this morning.
A good reason to share this beautiful programme from @miseanja.bsky.social & Brían MacGloinn
www.rte.ie/radio/lyricf...
A good reason to share this beautiful programme from @miseanja.bsky.social & Brían MacGloinn
www.rte.ie/radio/lyricf...
The absence of butterflies in 2024 has been devastatingly obvious, even in the most important, flower-rich areas in Ireland, according to Jesmond Harding. Today’s @irishexaminer.bsky.social includes latest alarming trends for some Irish butterflies
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
Butterfly numbers in freefall as biodiversity decline unfolds at pace
The absence of butterflies in 2024 has been devastatingly obvious, even in the most important, flower-rich areas in Ireland. And despite knowing that conservation works, the outlook for our butterflie...
www.irishexaminer.com
April 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The absence of butterflies in 2024 has been devastatingly obvious, even in the most important, flower-rich areas in Ireland, according to Jesmond Harding. Today’s @irishexaminer.bsky.social includes latest alarming trends for some Irish butterflies
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
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Watching swathes of butterflies in this field today. awash with Lady's smock & Dandelions. An absolute joy.
April 7, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Watching swathes of butterflies in this field today. awash with Lady's smock & Dandelions. An absolute joy.
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'Mothers calling for the passage of the Occupied Territories Bill – which was supported by all parties during the general election campaign – and an end to weapons flights transiting Irish airspace are arrested outside Leinster House and strip-searched.'
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
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April 5, 2025 at 6:25 AM
'Mothers calling for the passage of the Occupied Territories Bill – which was supported by all parties during the general election campaign – and an end to weapons flights transiting Irish airspace are arrested outside Leinster House and strip-searched.'
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/2025...
Nature File returns to the airwaves with a new season starting tomorrow! In this episode, welcoming in the spring, I’ll be celebrating the blossoming of wild bluebells in woodlands accross Ireland
RTÉ lyric fm at 9.15am every Saturday
RTÉ lyric fm at 9.15am every Saturday
April 4, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Nature File returns to the airwaves with a new season starting tomorrow! In this episode, welcoming in the spring, I’ll be celebrating the blossoming of wild bluebells in woodlands accross Ireland
RTÉ lyric fm at 9.15am every Saturday
RTÉ lyric fm at 9.15am every Saturday
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Not-for-profit branch of Coillte “dedicated to restoration, regeneration of nature across Ireland” shut down.
“This will enable Coillte to significantly increase its delivery of #climate & nature restoration projects”.
Just how stupid do they think we are?
www.independent.ie/irish-news/q...
“This will enable Coillte to significantly increase its delivery of #climate & nature restoration projects”.
Just how stupid do they think we are?
www.independent.ie/irish-news/q...
Questions raised as Coillte quietly shuts down its non-profit Nature branch
State forestry company Coillte has quietly shut down Coillte Nature, the not-for-profit branch it set up on nature restoration projects.
www.independent.ie
March 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Not-for-profit branch of Coillte “dedicated to restoration, regeneration of nature across Ireland” shut down.
“This will enable Coillte to significantly increase its delivery of #climate & nature restoration projects”.
Just how stupid do they think we are?
www.independent.ie/irish-news/q...
“This will enable Coillte to significantly increase its delivery of #climate & nature restoration projects”.
Just how stupid do they think we are?
www.independent.ie/irish-news/q...
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Countryside Bird Survey — volunteers wanted. Migrating and resident Irish birds, how you can support conservation: by @miseanja.bsky.social www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
Anja Murray: Spring migration is tough enough — here's how we can help
And volunteers are needed now for The Countryside Bird Survey... the data collected is how we track the changes in populations of our common and widespread birds over time
www.irishexaminer.com
March 5, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Countryside Bird Survey — volunteers wanted. Migrating and resident Irish birds, how you can support conservation: by @miseanja.bsky.social www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
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Why is hunting #Redlist woodcocks still legal in ireland?
"These are one of our most cryptic native birds, hiding away by day in the tangle of the woodland floor, becoming active during the hours of darkness, from dusk to dawn." @miseanja.bsky.social
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"These are one of our most cryptic native birds, hiding away by day in the tangle of the woodland floor, becoming active during the hours of darkness, from dusk to dawn." @miseanja.bsky.social
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Anja Murray: Shy — and red-listed — woodcock still on legal hunting list
In 2023, the Government reviewed which birds can legally hunted in Ireland and when. The review resulted in four species of duck being removed from the quarry list — birds that can be shot during open...
www.irishexaminer.com
March 1, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Why is hunting #Redlist woodcocks still legal in ireland?
"These are one of our most cryptic native birds, hiding away by day in the tangle of the woodland floor, becoming active during the hours of darkness, from dusk to dawn." @miseanja.bsky.social
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
"These are one of our most cryptic native birds, hiding away by day in the tangle of the woodland floor, becoming active during the hours of darkness, from dusk to dawn." @miseanja.bsky.social
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
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#COP16 in Rome has agreed a road map to secure the finances required to implement the KMGBF, & a framework to monitor & review progress.
Progress has been made on paper but making peace with nature will require leadership & critically, financial investment.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/27/c...
Progress has been made on paper but making peace with nature will require leadership & critically, financial investment.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/27/c...
Biodiversity Talks in Rome End
Delegates at global biodiversity talks in Rome agreed on a framework for monitoring environmental commitments and other measures.
www.nytimes.com
February 28, 2025 at 7:25 AM
#COP16 in Rome has agreed a road map to secure the finances required to implement the KMGBF, & a framework to monitor & review progress.
Progress has been made on paper but making peace with nature will require leadership & critically, financial investment.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/27/c...
Progress has been made on paper but making peace with nature will require leadership & critically, financial investment.
www.nytimes.com/2025/02/27/c...
Spoke with the brilliant @seanmoncrieff.bsky.social today about species at risk of extinction in Irl including iconic wild Salmon, eel, curlew, white skate & great yellow bumblebee
www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...
www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...
One in five species in Ireland are at risk of extinction | Newstalk
When you think of endangered species, your first thought may be of the Red Panda or an exotic ani...
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February 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Spoke with the brilliant @seanmoncrieff.bsky.social today about species at risk of extinction in Irl including iconic wild Salmon, eel, curlew, white skate & great yellow bumblebee
www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...
www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...
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The new govt wants more one-off rural housing. The (almost identical) old govt was warned by an expert group not to go down this route. It's 'inherently unsustainable' they said. Thnx to Brendan O'Sullivan of @ucc.ie & @ciarancuffe.bsky.social for input
m.independent.ie/irish-news/g...
m.independent.ie/irish-news/g...
Government backs one-off rural housing against own expert advice as scattered homes stretch Storm Éowyn response
The Government ignored an expert group’s recommendations to restrict one-off rural housing or face problems caused by lack of services, strained infrastructure and car dependency.
m.independent.ie
February 4, 2025 at 10:18 AM
The new govt wants more one-off rural housing. The (almost identical) old govt was warned by an expert group not to go down this route. It's 'inherently unsustainable' they said. Thnx to Brendan O'Sullivan of @ucc.ie & @ciarancuffe.bsky.social for input
m.independent.ie/irish-news/g...
m.independent.ie/irish-news/g...
Blocks of spruce plantations flattened by Storm Éowyn are hindering efforts to restore power in many places & causing huge envir damage. In response, Ireland must do more to transition to continuous cover forest management methods. This weeks column ...
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
We can't stop storms coming but we can be more ready for them
Our national approach to forest management needs to change dramatically to help us respond better to the increasing frequency and severity of big storms
www.irishexaminer.com
January 30, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Blocks of spruce plantations flattened by Storm Éowyn are hindering efforts to restore power in many places & causing huge envir damage. In response, Ireland must do more to transition to continuous cover forest management methods. This weeks column ...
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/ou...
It’s publication day for Wild Embrace paperback edition! I’m proud of this book for having done so well for itself out in the world. Pictured here in its favourite habitat, the hills of west Cavan.
Thanks to the team Hachette Ireland & Jane Carkill for her gorgeous illustrations
Thanks to the team Hachette Ireland & Jane Carkill for her gorgeous illustrations
January 9, 2025 at 1:20 PM
It’s publication day for Wild Embrace paperback edition! I’m proud of this book for having done so well for itself out in the world. Pictured here in its favourite habitat, the hills of west Cavan.
Thanks to the team Hachette Ireland & Jane Carkill for her gorgeous illustrations
Thanks to the team Hachette Ireland & Jane Carkill for her gorgeous illustrations
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I'm launching a new career as a demotivational speaker (thanks to everyone who got in touch this morning - it's nice to hear it strikes a chord) www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...
Patrick Freyne: I am becoming a demotivational speaker – let’s all have an averagely productive December
I keep meeting people who are extremely burned out. I meet them so often that I’m beginning to think burnout is something that exists by design
www.irishtimes.com
December 14, 2024 at 10:57 AM
I'm launching a new career as a demotivational speaker (thanks to everyone who got in touch this morning - it's nice to hear it strikes a chord) www.irishtimes.com/life-style/p...
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🧵Friends of the Earth Ireland is calling on the Government to reconsider its position on the expansion of data centres and to respond to the policy recommendations in new expert research.
December 10, 2024 at 9:31 AM
🧵Friends of the Earth Ireland is calling on the Government to reconsider its position on the expansion of data centres and to respond to the policy recommendations in new expert research.
I’m proud of this series!
Feather & Flock, made together with wonderful Brían MacGloinn, combines ecology, folklore & music, & lots brill contributors
IMRO Gold award n all!
All 6 episode now available on RTÉ radio player or wherever u get your podcasts, search for Lyric Feature Feather & Flock
Feather & Flock, made together with wonderful Brían MacGloinn, combines ecology, folklore & music, & lots brill contributors
IMRO Gold award n all!
All 6 episode now available on RTÉ radio player or wherever u get your podcasts, search for Lyric Feature Feather & Flock
November 29, 2024 at 4:40 PM
I’m proud of this series!
Feather & Flock, made together with wonderful Brían MacGloinn, combines ecology, folklore & music, & lots brill contributors
IMRO Gold award n all!
All 6 episode now available on RTÉ radio player or wherever u get your podcasts, search for Lyric Feature Feather & Flock
Feather & Flock, made together with wonderful Brían MacGloinn, combines ecology, folklore & music, & lots brill contributors
IMRO Gold award n all!
All 6 episode now available on RTÉ radio player or wherever u get your podcasts, search for Lyric Feature Feather & Flock
Thanks Jane!
Delighted you’ve enjoyed the series
Delighted you’ve enjoyed the series
A fabulous series exploring Ireland's birds through music and story. Well worth a listen...
November 29, 2024 at 4:25 PM
Thanks Jane!
Delighted you’ve enjoyed the series
Delighted you’ve enjoyed the series
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Ireland's data centres turning to fossil fuels after maxing out country's electricity grid
Journal Investigates uncovered that over 135,000 tonnes of CO2 was emitted by data centre generators over the last five year - more than 33,000 cars
www.thejournal.ie/investigates...
#GE24 #SpeirGorm #Climate
Journal Investigates uncovered that over 135,000 tonnes of CO2 was emitted by data centre generators over the last five year - more than 33,000 cars
www.thejournal.ie/investigates...
#GE24 #SpeirGorm #Climate
Ireland's data centres turning to fossil fuels after maxing out country's electricity grid
Climate-impacting emissions are being released from data centres using off-grid generators.
www.thejournal.ie
November 28, 2024 at 8:22 AM
Ireland's data centres turning to fossil fuels after maxing out country's electricity grid
Journal Investigates uncovered that over 135,000 tonnes of CO2 was emitted by data centre generators over the last five year - more than 33,000 cars
www.thejournal.ie/investigates...
#GE24 #SpeirGorm #Climate
Journal Investigates uncovered that over 135,000 tonnes of CO2 was emitted by data centre generators over the last five year - more than 33,000 cars
www.thejournal.ie/investigates...
#GE24 #SpeirGorm #Climate
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If I'm reading this right, the Irish state subsidised airlines to the tune of €1 billion in 2022 alone.
www.cso.ie/en/releasesa...
www.cso.ie/en/releasesa...
November 21, 2024 at 12:33 PM
If I'm reading this right, the Irish state subsidised airlines to the tune of €1 billion in 2022 alone.
www.cso.ie/en/releasesa...
www.cso.ie/en/releasesa...
For centuries, Irish Wolf dogs (different to the present-day wolfhound) were famous for their strength and skill at guarding livestock from wolves. Ireland was famous for both wolves and wolf dogs.
This weeks Examiner column: wolves, woodlands, & rewilding
This weeks Examiner column: wolves, woodlands, & rewilding
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‣ Ardee Bog's future
‣ Wolf's role in managing woodlands
‣ Berry drunk — only natural
‣ Award for Tralee Bay Wetlands Eco & Activity Park
‣ Plan now to hike Turas Colmcille between June 9 & Aug 15
‣ Ardee Bog's future
‣ Wolf's role in managing woodlands
‣ Berry drunk — only natural
‣ Award for Tralee Bay Wetlands Eco & Activity Park
‣ Plan now to hike Turas Colmcille between June 9 & Aug 15
November 19, 2024 at 5:00 PM
For centuries, Irish Wolf dogs (different to the present-day wolfhound) were famous for their strength and skill at guarding livestock from wolves. Ireland was famous for both wolves and wolf dogs.
This weeks Examiner column: wolves, woodlands, & rewilding
This weeks Examiner column: wolves, woodlands, & rewilding