Ireland’s native goats date back to Bronze Age

For this new study, researchers analyzed goat remains dating back to about 1100-900 BCE from a Bronze Age hillfort called ...
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Remarkable discovery of 5,500 year old animal remains rewrites Ireland’s wildlife history

The remains of a wildcat dating back over 5,500 years have been discovered, shedding new light on Ireland’s wildlife history. The remarkable discovery was made recently during an archaeological ...
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Ireland was once home to deer with massive 12-foot antlers

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Ireland may not be home to any snakes, but the island’s actual ...

Endangered marine life is being caught in fishing nets, but it doesn't need to be

Hundreds of thousands of marine animals are killed every year after becoming accidentally caught in commercial fishing nets. Sharks, skates and rays are at particular risk, alongside turtles, seals, ...