Tag: predator control

208: Encounters with Corvids – Fionn Ó Marcaigh

This image shows the cover of a book titled "Encounters with Corvids" by Fionn Ó Marcaigh, illustrated by Aga Grandowicz. The cover features a striking black corvid (likely a crow or raven) in flight against a white background, with its wings spread wide and red-orange colouring visible on parts of its head and beak. The bird is captured mid-flight, creating a dramatic and dynamic composition. The title text is arranged vertically along the right side in large, bold black lettering, with the author's name at the top and illustrator's credit at the bottom. A small publisher's logo for "World Publishing" appears in the bottom left corner. The overall design is clean and minimalist, allowing the beautiful illustration of the corvid to be the focal point of the cover.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Pht7RD2TdqzZEnx0n8EYz Are corvids overabundant pests or are they simply survivors in landscapes we've shaped? Why do these birds seem to look at us as intently as we look at them? What can ravens teach us about intelligence that might humble our sophisticated intelligence tests? This episode explores the world of corvids, from the familiar rooks … Continue reading 208: Encounters with Corvids – Fionn Ó Marcaigh →

150: Predator Control with Barry McMahon

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ApGXbhv1xbswylSEU0AIE?si=10ede550079248ff The topic of lethal predator control has proven to be highly contentious. On one end of the spectrum, there are people who are inherently opposed to killing animals no matter the circumstances. On the other end are people who are eager to get on with reducing numbers, too eager perhaps. However, there are many … Continue reading 150: Predator Control with Barry McMahon →

Seal Cull in Ireland

This is something I would like to share with you after recently attending the SeaMonitor-STRAITS conference. I’m predicting that in the coming months, or years perhaps, we'll see a sanctioned seal cull in Ireland. Mark my words! The listeners who have been with me for some time might remember that a few years ago I … Continue reading Seal Cull in Ireland →