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Dick Warner

Secrets of the past unlocked in old bones

Bones can reveal a lot about the animals we once shared the planet with, the ones humans never got to meet and even a lot about the human race we are as yet unaware of, says Dick Warner.

Mon, 13 Feb, 2017

Irish birds go nuts for feeding

Irish wild birds have acquired some very exotic tastes, writes Dick Warner.

Mon, 06 Feb, 2017

When is the last time you saw a hen harrier?

Dick Warner notices that hen harriers seem to be much rarer these days

Mon, 30 Jan, 2017

Why I’m a sucker for perch

Dick Warner indulges us with the details of his latest fishing obsession.

Mon, 23 Jan, 2017

Taking a closer look at Ireland's buzzards

Ireland was without large birds of prey for over a century and their return has caused surprises, writes Dick Warner

Mon, 16 Jan, 2017

Brexit is bad for wildlife

Brexit will affect more than our economy and borders. According to Dick Warner it will be detrimental to our wildlife too.

Mon, 09 Jan, 2017

Rudolph the best reindeer - who once roamed across Ireland

Did you know reindeer once roamed across our rolling greens fields? At least according to copywriter Robert L May. Dick Warner has more.

Mon, 02 Jan, 2017

Solstice sees the days lengthen

Dick Warner takes a look at the importance of the Winter Solstice to nature and its wildlife.

Mon, 26 Dec, 2016

Flocks of birds have been arriving in the garden

The birds in my garden are slightly different this year, writes Dick Warner

Mon, 19 Dec, 2016

Wrens are small but doughty

The biggest problem for wrens in winter is keeping warm, writes Dick Warner

Mon, 12 Dec, 2016