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| Location | Thurles, Co Tipperary, Ireland |
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| Introduction | http://www.cabraghwetlands.ie Situated in the Suir Valley, just downstream of Thurles Co.Tipperary is the enchanting Cabragh Wetlands. This 200 acre floodplain marsh pulsates with a huge variety of wildlife living among the reed swamps, fen carr, flood callows and open water. Expect to see a variety of birds including ducks, geese and swans as well as widgeons, warblers and water rail. The Cabragh Wetlands Trust was registered in 1993 in an effort to save a vast area of wetland habitats from destruction after the filling-in of the settling pools by the Thurles Sugar Factory during its closure. These lagoons used to be an oasis of wildlife, particularly birds. The Trust was formed and acquired the land adjacent to the filled-in lagoons to ensure the continuation of this resting place for migratory birds. |
| Interests | Nature, Wildlife, Conservation, Ecology, Education |