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Highs and lows - new births lift the spirits at Wild Ireland after sad death

The team at Wild Ireland has certainly been experiencing the highs and lows of running a wildlife sanctuary. Just hours after the heartbreak of losing their much loved Arctic fox, the team welcomed the birth of two native Irish goats. On Saturday ...

11 Mar 2023 at 13:00

Local News

Wild Ireland announces sad death of animal that 'was a real character'

Wild Ireland has announced the sad news that one of its animals has died. A spokesperson took to social media to say: "It’s with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our beloved male arctic fox. "On Thursday morning, he had an intense ...

11 Mar 2023 at 11:25

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Seven things: Wildlife sanctuaries around the county

‘Seven Things’ aims to explore the different things about Donegal and highlight the fascinating features of each. The elements are not listed in order of importance and are not an all-inclusive list. The list indicates what each place, ...

31 Jan 2024 at 18:00

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Wild Ireland animals 'inside, safe and warm' after Storm Isha

The Wild Ireland wildlife sanctuary will remain closed, but the operator says that all of the animals are safe and warm. Animals at Wild Ireland will be kept in the comfort of their purpose built houses after some was caused to the ...

23 Jan 2024 at 06:53

Inishowen MD

Fool Me Once's Adeel Akhtar takes in the sights and sounds of Wild Ireland

Adeel Akhtar, star of the Netflix drama Fool Me Once, has taken in some of the sights at the sounds of the north-west at Wild Ireland. The actor, who won the British Academy Television Award for Best Actor for his role in Murdered ...

11 Feb 2024 at 18:43

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Wild Ireland - why this special place is so much more than somewhere to go and look at animals

Since I first heard about the arrival of bears in Burnfoot, the call to go and see them has been strong. I have always found them to be magnificent creatures that I could watch for hours when looking at them in zoos or wildlife ...

16 Sept 2020 at 18:56

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WATCH: Donegal sanctuary Wild Ireland announce tragic news about one of its most loved animals

Wild Ireland founder Killian McLaughlin has issued a video announcing the devestating news that one of its much loved rescued bears died under anasthetic. Mr McLaughlin said that while the team was devastated, they took some ...

19 Oct 2020 at 09:21

Local News

Covid-19 outbreak can't keep the wolves and bears at bay

25 Mar 2020 at 13:37

Local News

Donegal businesses find innovative solution to pandemic challenges

When Wild Ireland closed its doors due to the Covid-19 pandemic it needed support and another Donegal company, Feedpods, was able to do just that. The two businesses have worked together to create a very innovative ...

29 Jun 2020 at 13:15

Inishowen MD

Call for Government action on tourism after ‘disappointing’ summer

Some Inishowen tourism attractions have reported a downturn in visitors this summer compared to last year, prompting a call for Government action to help businesses in coastal rural areas. Factors including a high ...

20 Aug 2024 at 13:54

Inishowen MD

Joy for 11-year-old Donegal boy as Sir David Attenborough responds to letter

An 11-year-old Donegal boy has been left delighted after receiving a letter from natural history broadcasting legend Sir David Attenborough. Kyle Skeffington, a fifth-class pupil at Scoil Íosagáin in Buncrana, ...

14 May 2024 at 17:02

Local News

Plans for new walkway and viewing area at Wild Ireland

Wild Ireland has submitted plans for improvements to its visitor experience. The stunning nine-acre wildlife habitat in Burnfoot opened in 2019. Owner Killian McLaughlin has sought planning permission for ...

01 Nov 2024 at 08:10

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