- May 02 2025
Friday / Dé hAoine
- 10:00 am
Venue / Áit
- Free / Saor in aisce
The Great Irish Biodiversity Book
For nature lovers everywhere – explore the wonders of wildlife with Ireland’s favourite biologist!
Join much-loved wildlife expert Éanna Ní Lamhna as she takes us on a trip through Irish wildlife habitats – from bogs to beaches and woodland to grassland. Faigh amach conas a oibríonn gnáthóga agus cé na créatúir agus plandaí le bheith ag faire amach dóibh i ngach ceann acu, from the very rare to the most common, all brought to life with stunning artwork by Barry Falls. The latest book in the bestselling and award-winning Gill Books series of big topics tackled by experts, this beautifully illustrated guide introduces Ireland’s plants, animals, trees and insects to readers of all ages.
Éanna Ní Lamhna is a well-known biologist, environmental and wildlife consultant, radio and television presenter, author and educator. She served as president of the national environmental charity An Taisce for five years and has recently completed her second term as president of the Tree Council of Ireland. Originally from Louth, she now lives in Dublin and is the author of several popular wildlife books.
Barry Falls grew up in rural Northern Ireland, where he spent a lot of time drawing pictures and writing stories to go with them. He works as a commercial illustrator and has won multiple awards. His work has appeared in magazines, books, exhibitions, on textiles and homeware, and in advertising campaigns around the world.