Seán Ronayne
@seanronayne.bsky.social
Irish ornithologist & wildlife sound recordist.
http://www.irishwildlifesounds.com/
Using bird sound as a tool to spread love for Irish nature.
Albums:
-Wild Silence
-Hope
Book: Nature Boy (Irish biography of the year 2024)
Doc: Birdsong
http://www.irishwildlifesounds.com/
Using bird sound as a tool to spread love for Irish nature.
Albums:
-Wild Silence
-Hope
Book: Nature Boy (Irish biography of the year 2024)
Doc: Birdsong
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Seán Ronayne
@seanronayne.bsky.social
· Nov 30
I still cannot believe that my little book took Irish Biography of the Year. I cannot reply to all of the messages but please know that I see and appreciate every one of them. Now I just hope that the messages in my book spread far and wide and that they can act as seeds of change. Up nature!
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LAST TICKETS!
Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life.
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life.
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
November 2, 2025 at 7:22 PM
LAST TICKETS!
Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life.
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life.
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
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Absolutely fantastic weekend,caught up with the brilliant @seanronayne.bsky.social at the @shhomeplace.bsky.social for a truly engaging talk on his work as an ornithologist recording birdsong, talking mimicry & how nature has had such an impact on his life.Dawn chorus at Lough Beg was wonderful.
October 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Absolutely fantastic weekend,caught up with the brilliant @seanronayne.bsky.social at the @shhomeplace.bsky.social for a truly engaging talk on his work as an ornithologist recording birdsong, talking mimicry & how nature has had such an impact on his life.Dawn chorus at Lough Beg was wonderful.
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🌅✨ What a magical morning at The Strand at Lough Beg!
Huge thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social for leading our Dawn Chorus Walk yesterday through one of Ireland’s richest ornithological sites, and to @rspbni.bsky.social and everyone who joined - what an unforgettable experience!
Huge thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social for leading our Dawn Chorus Walk yesterday through one of Ireland’s richest ornithological sites, and to @rspbni.bsky.social and everyone who joined - what an unforgettable experience!
October 6, 2025 at 6:18 PM
🌅✨ What a magical morning at The Strand at Lough Beg!
Huge thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social for leading our Dawn Chorus Walk yesterday through one of Ireland’s richest ornithological sites, and to @rspbni.bsky.social and everyone who joined - what an unforgettable experience!
Huge thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social for leading our Dawn Chorus Walk yesterday through one of Ireland’s richest ornithological sites, and to @rspbni.bsky.social and everyone who joined - what an unforgettable experience!
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Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life. Tickets have nearly sold out:
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
October 8, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life. Tickets have nearly sold out:
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
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What an incredible evening spent listening to @seanronayne.bsky.social at The Lark in Balbriggan. He spoke so engagingly and movingly about all aspects of bird life & general wildlife in Ireland. Stark+quite depressing statistics were presented alongside ever present hope and optimism. GRMA Seán 🦉
October 9, 2025 at 9:29 PM
What an incredible evening spent listening to @seanronayne.bsky.social at The Lark in Balbriggan. He spoke so engagingly and movingly about all aspects of bird life & general wildlife in Ireland. Stark+quite depressing statistics were presented alongside ever present hope and optimism. GRMA Seán 🦉
Thank you so much. Last night was wonderful for me. The venue and crowd were amazing
Superb 3hrs that flew by in the blink of an eye with @seanronayne.bsky.social at #thelarkdublin tonight.
An evening of laughter, tears, joy, awe & hope.
Sean's passion is infectious, his delivery charming & his message a stark warning for the challenges ahead for Irelands birds.
#Natureboy #birdsong
An evening of laughter, tears, joy, awe & hope.
Sean's passion is infectious, his delivery charming & his message a stark warning for the challenges ahead for Irelands birds.
#Natureboy #birdsong
October 10, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Thank you so much. Last night was wonderful for me. The venue and crowd were amazing
I’m back here after an absence. I was trying to cut back on apps. I feel like I’m being shadow-banned on instagram so this seems like a nicer place to revisit
Here’s a video from a mic deployment in Barcelona, in the midst of a wonderful thunderstorm. I got so wet it didn’t matter! It was beautiful
Here’s a video from a mic deployment in Barcelona, in the midst of a wonderful thunderstorm. I got so wet it didn’t matter! It was beautiful
September 27, 2025 at 4:42 PM
I’m back here after an absence. I was trying to cut back on apps. I feel like I’m being shadow-banned on instagram so this seems like a nicer place to revisit
Here’s a video from a mic deployment in Barcelona, in the midst of a wonderful thunderstorm. I got so wet it didn’t matter! It was beautiful
Here’s a video from a mic deployment in Barcelona, in the midst of a wonderful thunderstorm. I got so wet it didn’t matter! It was beautiful
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My most enjoyable summer read yet, #natureboy by @seanronayne.bsky.social. It sums up beautifully what's important to remember, cherish & protect in our world & lives. A must for educators, so we can properly situate nature in schools & also become more inclusive! Autism is rarely explained better!
August 2, 2025 at 10:32 AM
My most enjoyable summer read yet, #natureboy by @seanronayne.bsky.social. It sums up beautifully what's important to remember, cherish & protect in our world & lives. A must for educators, so we can properly situate nature in schools & also become more inclusive! Autism is rarely explained better!
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🇮🇪 Sean Ronayne, un ornithologue irlandais, s'est donné pour mission d'échantillonner les plus de 200 espèces d'oiseaux du pays. Fort de 12.000 enregistrements, il ne lui reste plus que deux espèces à enregistrer, pour alerter sur la disparation des oiseaux ⤵️
June 10, 2025 at 7:13 AM
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#Springwatch2025 people to follow til next time…
@ChrisGPackham.bsky.social
Presenter
@IoloWilliams.bsky.social
Presenter
@JABaddams.bsky.social
Urban Wildlife
@LucyLapwing.bsky.social
Props
@SeanRonayne.bsky.social
Recordist
@WillRose.bsky.social
Animator
@DanFWildlife.bsky.social
Fan Admin
@ChrisGPackham.bsky.social
Presenter
@IoloWilliams.bsky.social
Presenter
@JABaddams.bsky.social
Urban Wildlife
@LucyLapwing.bsky.social
Props
@SeanRonayne.bsky.social
Recordist
@WillRose.bsky.social
Animator
@DanFWildlife.bsky.social
Fan Admin
June 13, 2025 at 8:29 AM
#Springwatch2025 people to follow til next time…
@ChrisGPackham.bsky.social
Presenter
@IoloWilliams.bsky.social
Presenter
@JABaddams.bsky.social
Urban Wildlife
@LucyLapwing.bsky.social
Props
@SeanRonayne.bsky.social
Recordist
@WillRose.bsky.social
Animator
@DanFWildlife.bsky.social
Fan Admin
@ChrisGPackham.bsky.social
Presenter
@IoloWilliams.bsky.social
Presenter
@JABaddams.bsky.social
Urban Wildlife
@LucyLapwing.bsky.social
Props
@SeanRonayne.bsky.social
Recordist
@WillRose.bsky.social
Animator
@DanFWildlife.bsky.social
Fan Admin
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Saw @seanronayne.bsky.social speak tonight in #newbridge & #speirgorm ye all need to go listen, or catch his film on @rte.ie or read his book, his gentle, passionate call to arms is a message of pure hope
3hrs passed in the blink of an eye
3hrs passed in the blink of an eye
June 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Saw @seanronayne.bsky.social speak tonight in #newbridge & #speirgorm ye all need to go listen, or catch his film on @rte.ie or read his book, his gentle, passionate call to arms is a message of pure hope
3hrs passed in the blink of an eye
3hrs passed in the blink of an eye
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The last government had an open goal to reform forestry to something resembling a sustainable model - but they blew it.
With Coillte abandoning its biodiversity commitments, it seems that the industry now feels the pressure is off.
jrnl.ie/6663637
With Coillte abandoning its biodiversity commitments, it seems that the industry now feels the pressure is off.
jrnl.ie/6663637
Opinion: This government is determined to turn its back on sustainable forestry in Ireland
Pádraic Fogarty says that despite the climate crisis, Ireland’s native trees are last in line once again as unsustainable forestry practices continue.
jrnl.ie
March 31, 2025 at 9:57 AM
The last government had an open goal to reform forestry to something resembling a sustainable model - but they blew it.
With Coillte abandoning its biodiversity commitments, it seems that the industry now feels the pressure is off.
jrnl.ie/6663637
With Coillte abandoning its biodiversity commitments, it seems that the industry now feels the pressure is off.
jrnl.ie/6663637
The start of a new chapter! I’ve been meaning to explore underwater sounds for some time. This recorder will remain submerged for 24hrs as a test. Let’s see what swims around it tonight, when the tide rises and the people leave. Just my mic, the sea, and the fish!
March 30, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The start of a new chapter! I’ve been meaning to explore underwater sounds for some time. This recorder will remain submerged for 24hrs as a test. Let’s see what swims around it tonight, when the tide rises and the people leave. Just my mic, the sea, and the fish!
Thank you everyone for a great night at Cork Opera House! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d fill 750 seats in my home city one day. What a privilege to do that talking about the thing I love so much. Nature. You all give me so much hope. See you at the next! Lots more venues to go.
March 27, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Thank you everyone for a great night at Cork Opera House! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d fill 750 seats in my home city one day. What a privilege to do that talking about the thing I love so much. Nature. You all give me so much hope. See you at the next! Lots more venues to go.
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One man in Ireland has set himself an unusual challenge - to record the sound of every bird species in the country. Many of those birds may soon no longer exist. My report on @theworld.org with thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social Listen back and read here: theworld.org/stories/2025...
This man is recording the sound of every bird species in Ireland - The World from PRX
One man in Ireland has set an unusual challenge for himself: Record the sound of every bird species in the country. The mission is not frivolous, though. Many of the birds may soon be extinct.
theworld.org
March 21, 2025 at 11:29 AM
One man in Ireland has set himself an unusual challenge - to record the sound of every bird species in the country. Many of those birds may soon no longer exist. My report on @theworld.org with thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social Listen back and read here: theworld.org/stories/2025...
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Myself and @seanronayne.bsky.social are giving a sellout talk in St. Luke's Church, Cork, shortly.
Such a very special venue, I'm certain the evening will be too.
Such a very special venue, I'm certain the evening will be too.
March 21, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Myself and @seanronayne.bsky.social are giving a sellout talk in St. Luke's Church, Cork, shortly.
Such a very special venue, I'm certain the evening will be too.
Such a very special venue, I'm certain the evening will be too.
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I have a ticket (1 ticket) to tomorrow night's show (21st March) in St Lukes that I can't use anymore if anyone would like it?
Following on from a sold out Live at St. Luke's, I'll be speaking at the Cork Opera House, March 26th!
Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.
See you there!
Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.
See you there!
March 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM
I have a ticket (1 ticket) to tomorrow night's show (21st March) in St Lukes that I can't use anymore if anyone would like it?
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How our noisy world is seriously damaging our health....
Noise: The invisible killer in all our lives
The BBC's James Gallagher investigates the invisible killer all around us.
www.bbc.co.uk
March 16, 2025 at 10:32 AM
How our noisy world is seriously damaging our health....
UK friends! Tonight Birdsong makes its UK TV debut on BBC4 at 9pm. It will also be available on BBC Player thereafter. Please spread the word! Extract taken from The Times.
March 12, 2025 at 9:19 AM
UK friends! Tonight Birdsong makes its UK TV debut on BBC4 at 9pm. It will also be available on BBC Player thereafter. Please spread the word! Extract taken from The Times.
For any UK followers, our documentary Birdsong airs on BBC4 next Wednesday!
Birdsong @seanronayne.bsky.social
Wed 21:00
BBC Four
Film following Irish ornithologist Seán Ronayne’s mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that's nearly 200 birds.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
Wed 21:00
BBC Four
Film following Irish ornithologist Seán Ronayne’s mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that's nearly 200 birds.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
BBC Four - Birdsong
Ornithologist Seán Ronayne’s mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland.
www.bbc.co.uk
March 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
For any UK followers, our documentary Birdsong airs on BBC4 next Wednesday!
Currently have mics running at three sites here in Catalunya. The lack of human noise at each is astounding. Can’t wait to see what I’ve captured!
February 15, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Currently have mics running at three sites here in Catalunya. The lack of human noise at each is astounding. Can’t wait to see what I’ve captured!
Tour almost ready to go! Lots of new sounds & stories as well as new threads & elements to others. The first two gigs are sold out with most others heading that way. I can’t wait! I have a few mics to collect here before coming home from Catalunya so hope to add even more sounds.
February 14, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Tour almost ready to go! Lots of new sounds & stories as well as new threads & elements to others. The first two gigs are sold out with most others heading that way. I can’t wait! I have a few mics to collect here before coming home from Catalunya so hope to add even more sounds.
Following on from a sold out Live at St. Luke's, I'll be speaking at the Cork Opera House, March 26th!
Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.
See you there!
Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.
See you there!
February 4, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Following on from a sold out Live at St. Luke's, I'll be speaking at the Cork Opera House, March 26th!
Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.
See you there!
Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.
See you there!
The Irish tour is growing!
Shows in Clare, Limerick, Galway, Leitrim, Kerry, Kildare & Longford announced!
tinyurl.com/mu9bx8kp
It looks like we are headed for a lot of full houses - absolutely buzzing.
Thank you everyone for your kindness & support.
More to announce in coming days!
Shows in Clare, Limerick, Galway, Leitrim, Kerry, Kildare & Longford announced!
tinyurl.com/mu9bx8kp
It looks like we are headed for a lot of full houses - absolutely buzzing.
Thank you everyone for your kindness & support.
More to announce in coming days!
January 17, 2025 at 12:46 PM
The Irish tour is growing!
Shows in Clare, Limerick, Galway, Leitrim, Kerry, Kildare & Longford announced!
tinyurl.com/mu9bx8kp
It looks like we are headed for a lot of full houses - absolutely buzzing.
Thank you everyone for your kindness & support.
More to announce in coming days!
Shows in Clare, Limerick, Galway, Leitrim, Kerry, Kildare & Longford announced!
tinyurl.com/mu9bx8kp
It looks like we are headed for a lot of full houses - absolutely buzzing.
Thank you everyone for your kindness & support.
More to announce in coming days!
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