Michelle Larkin

Ecologist interested in pollinator monitoring and conservation, farmland biodiversity, semi-natural habitats and agri-environmental schemes

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

Michelle monitors pollinating insects in Ireland, setting up a framework for distribution, conservation status and trends of insect pollinators across Ireland, including farmland.

Try a Flower-Insect Timed (FIT) Counts, to monitor pollinators here➡️ https://t.co/duIzNl9fQK

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

During #biodiversityweek2025 why not try a Flower-Insect Timed (FIT) Count 🐝

It takes just 10 minutes and is a great way to track changes in the number of flower-visiting insects.

Hawthorn, buttercups and dandelion are some target flowers in bloom now🌻
https://t.co/KJ2NYqolk9

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

Biodiversity Tip #1: Leave some Dandelions to flower around the farm.

Dandelions provide a valuable source of early nectar and pollen for pollinating insects.

Find out more https://t.co/L1eH4227Oz

#farmlandbiodiversity

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

Calling all water users! ⛵️🛥️🛶🚣‍♀️🎣

🎥 Check out our new film which explores the impact of invasive species on the freshwater environment and how to prevent their spread by following the #CheckCleanDry protocol.

https://t.co/YGyJaDxEr9 vi

[Michelle Larkin @MichelleALarkin]

Exciting job alert! 🐝🪰🪻

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

We are hiring! Exciting job opportunity available at the @BioDataCentre as a Pollinator Monitoring Research Assistant. 🐝🪰

For more information on the post and how to apply visit: https://t.co/YpdQqaenfw

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday the 14th of February 2025

[Saorla Kavanagh @SaorlaKK]

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Project Manager, 34 months in my #FarmlandBiodiversity research group @Teagasc
@HorizonEU project: Farmer-focused Biodiversity and Agricultural Knowledge Network.
Deadline 13/12/2024 https://t.co/0a3t3xXo0Y
Would appreciate a RT

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

Thick hedgerows with good cover are ideal for Bullfinch and other wildlife.
A mix of native tree and shrub species will provide food in the spring for pollinators and berries in the winter birds and small mammals.

Find out more ➡️https://t.co/L1eH421zZ1

#farmlandbiodiversity

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

Leave some ivy to flower around the farm, it's an important food source for pollinators at this time of year.

➡️Try our 'Pollinator-friendly farming' online course
https://t.co/mfwni1WnRC

#farmlandbiodiversity
@PollinatorPlan
@agriculture_ie

[🌈Karen Daly @KarenDaly053]

Join our team as a permanent Research Officer working as a catchment scientist and on #waterquality. Apply using the link below…

https://t.co/CSAfrUdcy4

[All-Ireland Pollinator Plan @PollinatorPlan]

Ivy (🇮🇪 Eidhneán) is the most popular food source for wild bees in October*. Protect it in your garden or hedgerow & help pollinators prepare for the winter

*Records from @BioDataCentre in 2022
#plantstocelebrate #wildflowerhour

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

The National Biodiversity Data Centre is delighted to be attending the All-Ireland Mammal Symposium 2024 this week. Come see our posters on Short-tailed Voles and Seals!

#AIMS2024

[Lynn Dicks @LynnDicks]

If you are looking for a PhD in insect conservation, pollination, sustainable agriculture, we have some great opportunities for 2025 entry. First step is to email me, with your interest and your cv. Possible projects are described here: https://t.co/fj27RsUOXA

[Leon van der Noll - Corkwildlife @Corkwildlife]

What a way to finish off the 2024 insect recording period. Yesterday I found the first Anisosticta novemdecimpunctata (Water Ladybird) recorded in Ireland in 100 years. Delighted!

[Farming For Nature @farmfornature]

Restoring Soil Health, financing biodiversity and integrating trees all topics in our upcoming webinar series as part of the Burren Winterage Festival @BurrenBeoTrust.
21st-24th October. Register on our website

#FarmingforNature #FinancingBiodiversity #ReFarm #agroforestry

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

The sun is out! ☀️Can you help us monitor insect visitors by carrying out a Flower-Insect Timed Count by the 30th of September? It is suitable for everyone and just takes 10 minutes https://t.co/KJ2NYqolk9

Ivy and heather are some of the lovely target flowers in bloom now 🐝🌼🦋

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

🚨Dataset Update🚨
We've had some great work been done lately on a number of different beetle species & our Citizen Science Beetle Records dataset now has 2,432 records across 24 species.

Huge thanks to Louise Garcia for all of her time and expertise validating these records.

[All-Ireland Pollinator Plan @PollinatorPlan]

Devil's-bit Scabious & native heathers are among the most popular food plants for wild bees in September

Pollinators are in trouble mainly because of hunger. Native species like these provide pollen & nectar. Let them grow & feed our bees

📷Zoë Devlin
https://t.co/jSP7C1k913

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

📢 Latest news 📢

During the past 5 years, over 30 insect species have been found in Ireland for the first time. Many of these have been recorded by our fantastic citizen science network.

You can read more about these exciting discoveries here:
https://t.co/UuZY2rzKGU

[Biodiversity Ireland @BioDataCentre]

The National Biodiversity Data Centre will be attending the Farmland Biodiversity Event at Birr Castle Demesne tomorrow. Come by to meet our Farmland Pollinator Officer and Invasive Species Officers.

Register here https://t.co/TB4zoit7OW

[Dr Jon Finch @JtdFinch]

job alert: The Australian museum is looking for a new entomology collections manager @lessrof2weevils

https://t.co/zjdMTlU3j3