Nigel Monaghan was Keeper of the National Museum of Ireland - Natural History. All Tweets are in a personal capacity. Blue Sky nigelmonaghan-nh
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Congratulations to our three 2024 INJ Grant recipients: Jake Dalzell - Recording the plant-pathogenic fungi and oomycetes of Ireland; Ciarán Flynn - Bryophytes of Slieve Gullion, Co. Armagh; and Brian Murray - Moth Recording in West Wicklow. irishnaturalistsjournal.org/…
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Volume 40 - Owen Beckett reports the first record of the non-native ladybird species Rhyzobius lophanthae (Blaisdell) in Ireland. For subscription details: irishnaturalistsjournal.org
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Volume 40 - Rachel Mc Kenna reports on Pristiphora leucopus (Hellén), a sawfly new to Ireland. For subscription details: irishnaturalistsjournal.org
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Callout for Photographs: Outdoor Christmas Cribs
The Irish Folklife Division at NMI invites you to share photos of outdoor Christmas cribs or nativity scenes from around Ireland. Include the location or any details you have with us here or email [email protected].
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Volume 40 - Hubert and van Achterberg share findings of a survey of aphid parasitoid wasps (Hymenoptera, Braconidae, Aphidiinae), with a first record of Aphidius urticae in Ireland. For subscription details: irishnaturalistsjournal.org
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I started Ireland's most ambitious camera trap project in Wicklow as part of Snapshot Europe.
Since 2021, I partnered with @UCD_Wildlife + @ReWildWicklow deploying 150 cameras, collecting ~400,000 photos, and ~31 years worth of survey effort.
2024's highlights below! 🧵👇
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We are working on the vision of a geological survey helping its nation decarbonise its heat using geothermal energy. We are now recruiting a qualified, experienced and motivated person in whom we can place our trust, help empower, work together with, and support to lead on this.
📣 WE ARE HIRING 📣
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Energy Geologist to mainly provide science leadership on the EU PEACEPLUS Programme and the GEMINI geothermal project.
For more info, including how to apply:
careersportal.taleo.net/care…
@BritGeoSurvey
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@UniofOxford's Museum of Natural History @morethanadodo is looking for a new Director.
Apply to drive specimen-based research, ensure the care of our outstanding collections, and expand the Museum's role as a leader in science engagement.
my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit…
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Thank you to RTE’s Culture Special for recommending The Great Discovery in their 5 Irish books to buy this Christmas! 🙏
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The faces of some common wasp species (and 2 bee species) that visit Irish bee hotels. Specimens examined at @DublinDeadZoo from a nesting study by @drmilky1
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of our former Director, Raghnall Ó Floinn we extend our deepest sympathies to Raghnall’s family and friends.
museum.ie/en-IE/News/Raghnal…
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New Episode...OUT NOW!! Listen here: buzzsprout.com/1701709/episo… or wherever you get your podcasts! More episodes on the way 🔊👌. @mercierpress @offalycoco @BirdWatchIE
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Volume 40 - Adam Mantel reports the first Irish record of Lathbury's Nomad Bee (Nomada lathburiana) and records of Gooden's Nomad Bee (Nomada goodeniana) and Dark-winged Blood Bee (Sphecodes gibbus) from Co. Down. For subscription details: irishnaturalistsjournal.org
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Step back in time this Christmas! Join us on Sun, 8th Dec at the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare St. Meet a pilgrim, a monk, a games master, & even a barber-surgeon with Laoch Living History! Fun for all ages! More info: museum.ie/en-IE/Museums/Arch… #WinterInDublin
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Thanks also to generous sponsorship from @coilltenews @geolsurvie @freshwaterIE for enabling this OPEN ACCESS book: #LakesinIreland - Mirrors of Change. Download this OPEN ACCESS book at oar.marine.ie/handle/10793/1…
@waterwaysirelan
@heritabeHubIRE @riadawson @swanireland
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An interesting #PhD opportunity on the ecological implications of alternative deer management strategies @UlsterUni @Glenveagh_NP ulster.ac.uk/doctoralcollege…
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We have recently added validated records of Sea Spiders (Pycnogonids) to the exploreyourshore.ie database. Thanks to Dr. Jamie Maxwell of @NMINHDublin for validating records for this under recorded group.
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Experience the magic of #DublinWinterLights at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks! From Nov 29–Dec 15, this dazzling light show is the perfect festive night out. Don’t miss it—grab your tickets now!
dublingazette.com/whats-on/e…
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The Heritage Council is now seeking to engage Conservation Architect-led services relating to the ongoing maintenance and energy renovation of the Heritage Council's headquarters Áras na hOidhreachta, Kilkenny.
See ow.ly/y3Xz50UhBeh
