News
Latest News
- Quercus first to GPS tag lagomorphs Animal rescue centres release large numbers of captive-bred, rehabilitated or translocated a... [more]
- Quercus wins "National Frog Survey of Ireland" contract Quercus won the National Frog Survey of Ireland 2010/11 contract under competitive tender... [more]
NI Irish hare survey 2009
Annual survey of Irish hare (Lepus timidius hibernicus) density and abundance throughout Northern Ireland to determine temporal trends in hare population trajectory. This project was a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
NHD climate change review
A review of the potential impact of climate change on biodiversity in Northern Ireland to enable prioritisation of future actions relating to the responsibilities of the Natural Heritage Directorate. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Important areas for ponds (IAPs) in NI
An analysis of the distribution of ponds and aquatic species of conservation concern in Northern Ireland to identify 'Important Areas for Ponds' (IAPs) worthy of formal protection. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Raptor monitoring workshop
This 2 day workshop aims to improve the organisation, rigour and science behind bird of prey monitoring networks. Funded by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) and organised in collaboration with Natural Research Ltd and the Northern Ireland Raptor Study Group (NIRSG).
Impact of wind farm development on biodiversity
Assessment of the likely direct and indirect effects of wind farm development on biodiversity including birds, bats and habitats such as peat bog. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Evaulation of the threat to Northern Ireland freshwater biodiversity from the invasion of Hemimysis anomala from the Shannon catchment (ROI). This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Northern mining bee conservation ecology
Assessment of the distribution, abundance and habitat preference of a rare BAP bee species including examination of intraspecific levels of genetic diversity. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Margaritifera reproduction in the wild
Verification of the gravidity of fresh water pearl mussels in the wild throughout Northern Ireland by physical examination with subsequent electrofishing. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
A lecture symposium with the internationally renowned marine scientist Professor Jeremy Jackson from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, California including speakers on Marine Protected Areas and marine policy. Organised by the Ulster Wildlife Trust.
Hen harrier satellite tracking pilot
A trial of satellite tagging harrier nestlings to quantify dispersal, over-winter survival and identify over-winter roosting sites. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Common lizard distribution in NI
A review of the distribution of Zootoca vivipara in Northern Ireland and habitat favourability analysis to describe the extent of remaining suitable habitat. This project was funded by the Department of Employment and Learning (DEL).
Irish hare leaflet to farmers
A promotional leaflet to provide information and recommendations to farmers and landowners regarding best practise for the conservation of the Irish hare. This project was a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Margaritifera Conference
A one day event examining current knowledge of the conservation requirements of the fresh water pearl mussel to make applied recommendations to Government. This project was a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
Ecology of the Common gull PhD
A 5 year part-time PhD studentship looking at the ecology of the common gull Larus canus and the reasons for favourable population trajectories in Northern Ireland. This project is part-funded by the Natural Heritage Research Partnership.
Slipper limpet shell aging
An test analysis of the shells of slipper limpets Crepidula fornicata recovered from Belfast Lough by cross-section and chemical peeling to determine age. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership project.
GPS tagging Irish hare leverets
A pilot study using a combination of traditional radiotags and innovative miniature GPS tags to track three hand-reared Irish hare leverets after release into the wild. This project is funded directly by Quercus.
Margaritifera cultivation MSc
An masters degree project looking at the efficacy of ex-situ cultivation of the globally endangered fresh water pearl mussel. This project is a Natural Heritage Research Partnership.
