Concern has emerged over a decline in the number of birds along the Fergus River in Ennis.
A group of wildlife enthusiasts claims that there’s been a massive decrease in numbers, with only one Mallard duck nest to be found in the vicinity of the Post Office Field.
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They’re calling for the natural habitat to be preserved there, and are due to present a petition of over 1,000 signatures to Clare County Council.
Artist Vera Raftery, who is the creator of the Bird Reserve Campaign, has lived in the town for a number of years, and she hopes the local authority will play is part is protecting the birds.
