On the search for rare bumblebee species in Limerick

ON THE search for rare bumblebees around Limerick is the focus of one upcoming educational talk in a local venue.

'Searching for Ireland’s Rare Bumblebee Species' is taking place on October 20 from 11am in Limerick city library.

Host and environmental education enthusiast, Áine Ní Fhlatharta, will discuss the latest project in tracking rare bee species. 

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There will be a workshop to discuss the decline, regeneration and future of bumblebee species in Limerick and wider areas. 

The event is funded by National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) of Ireland. 

'Searching for Ireland’s Rare Bumblebee Species' - introduces Ireland’s beautiful rare bumblebee species and a project tracking rare bumblebee species in Co Clare & Co #Limerick A talk by Áine Ní Fhlatharta on
Fri 20th Oct from 11-1pm in #Limerick City Library
Funded by @npws. pic.twitter.com/XGyQWK5drL

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Áine is part of the Heritage in School scheme, where she goes to schools around the county to share her expertise in environment conservation.

The aim of this scheme is to “instil a greater sense of heritage awareness and appreciation, in a practical and teacher friendly way”.