We returned again to the Little Brosna Callows on the 17/Nov/2010. As it was later in the year and water levels higher, many migratory birds had arrived from the colder North. It was a great spectacle to get to see many hundreds of Golden Plover and Lapwing in the air.

Glenary River flow

Glenary River

The Glenary river is fast flowing through this part of the broadleaf forest. The area is part of Carey's Castle forest recreation area.

Brown Trout

Two Brown Trout sheltering under a rock pouch.

Sweet Wood Sorrel

Sorrel is a herb and is used for making soup

Landuse

Agriculture with different stages of forestry are evident. Hedgerows are very important for wildlife and biodiversity. They provide food, shelter and corridors to enable movement of species between habitats. Habitat fragmentation is becoming a serious threat to biodiversity and humanity.

Sleeping Swan