ecology

  • Day against Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing

    Day against Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing

    IUU fishing is found in all types and dimensions of fisheries; it occurs both on the high seas and in areas within national jurisdiction.

  • Environment Day

    Environment Day

    World Environment Day joins the UNEP-led #BeatPlasticPollution this year to mobilize communities worldwide to implement and advocate for solutions.

  • Buzz and flutter at Balloo Wetland

    Discover a diverse range of butterfly, bumblebee, and solitary bee species thriving in the reserve’s wildflower meadow, while learning expert identification tips. Booking essential.

  • How Your Local River Impacts Lough Neagh

    The final of the Lough Neagh Partnership information evenings entitled ‘Connected Landscapes: How Your Local River Impacts Lough Neagh’ to help explain how what happens in the wider catchment can […]

  • Pope Leo XIV: Build bridges for ecological and social justice

    Pope Leo XIV: Build bridges for ecological and social justice

    Reproduced from Vatican News: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-05/pope-leo-xiv-videomessage-laudato-si-common-home.html Marking the 10th anniversary of Laudato si’, Pope Leo XIV sends a videomessage to the Network of Universities for the Care of Our Common Home, […]

  • Garry Bog Walk

    Garry Bog Walk

    Celebrate International Bog Day with a guided walk through the unique landscape of Garry Bog. Learn about the vital role of peatlands in supporting wildlife and fighting climate change as […]

  • Every Flower Counts

    Every Flower Counts

    Every Flower Counts is a Plantlife citizen science activity. It provides a snap-shot health check of our lawns, that takes place at the end of No Mow May.

  • No Mow May

    No Mow May

    Organized by Plantlife, No Mow May invites people to refrain from mowing their lawns during May to support biodiversity. Allowing grass and wildflowers to grow provides essential habitats for pollinators […]

  • Europe Day

    Europe Day

    Europe Day celebrates peace and unity in Europe, marking the anniversary of the Schuman Declaration on May 9, 1950. The day features various events across EU member states, including cultural […]

  • Markhor Day

    Markhor Day

    Celebrated on May 24, this day raises awareness about the conservation of the Markhor, a wild goat species native to South and Central Asia, and highlights the importance of protecting […]