We are delighted to have Pine Martens in our garden. We hoped to attract squirrels but were not in the least disappointed to have these fellas instead! We feel very priviledged.

The pine marten is native to Ireland and is one of our rarest mammals.
Once common throughout the country, by the 20th century this species
had become extinct from the majority of the island, surviving only in a
few isolated and fragmented populations, mainly in the west. This decline
was the result of hunting of martens for their fur, loss of habitat and both
direct and indirect poisoning and persecution.

'The Nature of Ireland' is dedicated to observing, recording and sharing Ireland's landscape, flora and fauna, and we make these films for your enjoyment and relaxation. In recent times there has been a growing awareness of the vital importance of biodiversity. Many individuals and groups here are endeavouring to help put things right. We need to allow, and assist where possible, nature to revert back to its natural state. It is no longer an option to continue with a destructive attitude towards our environment. By witnessing and appreciating the detail and diversity of our natural world through these recordings, we hope we may inspire people to help care for our natural planet.

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