The Trust is pleased to be embarking on the three year ‘Key Species Action Project’ funded by Environment & Heritage Service. The project aims to ensure successful delivery of biodiversity action for the recovery of a range of key species across Northern Ireland.
The species that the project will focus upon are –
- wood cranesbill
- Irish hare
- meadow cranesbill
- harbour porpoise
- river water crowfoot
- basking shark
- small cow wheat
- common skate
- blue eyed grass
- barn owl
- red squirrel
- otter
These species have been prioritised as requiring specific action as part of the Northern Ireland Biodiversity Strategy (NIBS). The project aims to achieve a high level of action for the conservation of these species through co-ordination, inspiration and co-operation with a large range of stakeholders.
We will keep you updated on the progress of the project over the coming months and years. If you would like to find out more then please contact Maeve Rafferty – Biodiversity Manager, who is leading on the project, on 028 4483 0282 or email maeve.rafferty@ulsterwildlifetrust.org
