Nesting cranes offer hope of a return to Ireland after centuries

Breeding attempts in previous two years failed

The crane stopped breeding in Ireland 300 years ago.

A REPORT from Bord na Móna says that cranes are nesting on a rewetted bog in the Midlands. It's the third year in which the birds have tried to breed at the secret location. The previous attempts failed, as is often the case with young, inexperienced cranes, but it's hoped that the pair will succeed this time.

This news will please bird-watchers, folklorists, and social historians.