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Nigel Monaghan
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Geologist / palaeontologist in Dublin, retired museum curator National Museum of Ireland, still digging... mostly in 18-19th centuries
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Get ready for the Irish Garden Bird Survey, which kicks off on Monday 1st December! We need records from as many gardens across Ireland as possible, so please spread the word! birdwatchireland.ie/irish-garden...
November 27, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Finally the research has been published to prove that wild cat (Felis silvestris) lived in Ireland 5,500 years ago. Many claims over the years but the backup genetics was needed and a good number of bones have been recovered to provide enough material www.rte.ie/news/munster...
Wildcat bones found in Co Clare dated to 5,500 years ago
The first directly dated wildcat bones found in Ireland have been identified, confirming that the species inhabited the island more than 5,500 years ago.
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November 28, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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AKII role @nmireland.bsky.social - Antiquities Division with a focus on Dublin Excavations - Viking Dublin.
Vacancies | National Museum of Ireland
Welcome to the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin & Castlebar covering Archaeology, Decorative Arts, Folk & Country Life, & Natural History.FREE Exhibitions
www.museum.ie
November 27, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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November 24, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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Happy Origin Day! Published OTD in 1859
November 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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Word of the day is ‘quockerwodger’ (19th century): a puppet politician whose strings are pulled entirely by someone else.
November 21, 2025 at 12:59 PM
One of the reasons you open the bonnet and can’t see the engine is wildlife chewing through cables, so they have enclosures now. Not sure how we can deter the gulls however
First the orcas, now the foxes. The animals are rising.
Residents of a south Dublin housing estate are trying to uncover the cause of damage to around 40 cars which has resulted in repair bills totalling tens of thousands of euro
November 21, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Ireland’s first stranded #narwhal washes up on Donegal beach

www.irishtimes.com/environment/...
Whale never before seen in Irish waters washes up on Donegal beach
‘Extraordinary and unprecedented’ stranding likely linked to climate change, officials say
www.irishtimes.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Hey Bluesky arts/music folks in Ireland! At New Music Dublin we are looking to fill a new role: part-time general manager, working closely with our festival director and producer (& board). Role to commence in Jan. Detailed info here: www.newmusicdublin.ie/job-opportun... #SpeirGorm
Job Opportunities | Ireland’s foremost contemporary music festival
New Music Dublin takes place in Spring each year within the National Concert Hall and other venues throughout Dublin.
www.newmusicdublin.ie
November 21, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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Moss sporophytes on a mossy trunk deep in the ancient woodlands of Abbeyleix House & Gardens ❤️ @irishwoodlandtrust.bsky.social @claireissimo.bsky.social @anthologyireland.bsky.social
November 21, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Stunning resin models at reasonable prices. If you can’t get a nineteenth century glass #Blaschka one www.museum.ie/en-IE/Collec...
November 21, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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What are you wearing now the weather's turning colder? We suggest some Hibernian fashion this winter season, as modelled here by this couple donning some cosy looking threads.

This image comes from 'Costumes of the British Isles', showing the clothing of Hibernians.
November 19, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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🌍 COP30 is underway in Brazil—climate action is urgent.
What can archaeology teach us about resilience and sustainability?
Our series, The Climate Crisis and Archaeology, dives into how climate change impacts the historic environment
📖 Learn more: www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...
November 19, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Sad to hear that Philippe Taquet has passed away (16 November, Le Monde). A great palaeontologist and a generous scholar. #2025SVP
November 17, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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A PhD project on historical genomics in the declining red squirrel in Britain is available in my group, through the @aries-dtp.bsky.social. Use historical genomes to track the effects of decline and genetic rescue in this charismatic species. aries-dtp.ac.uk/studentships...
Historical genomics of the declining red squirrel in Britain | Aries
Dr Anders Bergström, School of Biological Sciences, University of East Anglia Professor Cock van Oosterhout, School of Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia Dr Selina Brace…
aries-dtp.ac.uk
November 17, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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We are phasing out the terms “extant” and “extinct” from our exhibits and will now refer to species as either “Darwinners" or “Darlosers.”
November 15, 2025 at 4:42 PM
A chance to see the process behind the temporary natural history gallery at the National Museum of Ireland with @paoloviscardi.bsky.social
🌙 Late Night at the Museum: Curating Change
Join Keepers, Donal Maguire & Paolo Viscardi as they dive into the creative process behind the Changing Ireland Galleries & Dead Zoo Lab
🗓️ 4 Dec | 🕕 18:00–19:00
📍 National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks
🎟️ Free | Book: www.eventbrite.ie/e/late-night...
Late Night Opening: In Conversation: Curating Change in a Changing Museum
Dónal Maguire, and Paolo Viscardi in conversation discussing curatorial and design approaches to two major additions to the National Museum
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November 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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🎄 Snowflakes and Songs: Christmas Family Fun Day at Collins Barracks!
🗓️ Sun, 30 Nov | 🕒 13:30–16:00
🎨 Crafting with Róisín de Buitléar
🎶 Carols by Glória LGBT+ Choir
🍽️ Tour: History of Food & Drink
✨ ISL interpreted activities
🎁 Free & family-friendly!
www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...
November 14, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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758 fossil photos. 176 new sites. 330+ places to explore. The updated Fossil Map of Ireland is live for #ScienceWeek! Huge congratulations to Ireland's Fossil Heritage and thanks to all who joined the Great Irish Fossil Hunt. 🌍🔍
Explore the map: www.ucc.ie/en/fossil-he...
November 13, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Professor Jennifer Mc Elwain in conversation with the ever-curious Blindboy on #paleobotany #botany #fossils
November 12, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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A secret history of volcanoes in Ireland. Aoife Ryan-Christensen on how Ireland is dotted with extinct volcanoes that have shaped the island we know today - with insights from John Reavy @ucc.ie www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
The secret history of volcanoes in Ireland
You might not know it, but Ireland is dotted with extinct volcanoes that have shaped the island we know and love today
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November 12, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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US customers: contrary to what you might have heard, art and books from the UK are still TARIFF-FREE! Plus, all import duties are pre-paid by me, so you WON’T have to pay any extra!
It’s proving hard to get this message out there, so if you could please repost this. 🙏
(Shop link in pinned post).
November 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Presidential Salute! Meanwhile, behind the scenes at the museum vibration detectors monitor safety of collections as they do for on-site music concerts. I think they have a ‘no stampede’ rule also. Emotional support wildebeest excepted.
Today Collins Barracks will host the 21 gun salute for Catherine Connolly's Presidential Inauguration.
The Inauguration Ceremony takes place in Dublin Castle but due to the city centre location, the gun salute needs to be further afield but within hearing distance.
November 11, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Irish President left office at midnight and well wishers included Sanctuary Runners, a great group that brings asylum seekers and locals together in fitness. He is their patron and reflects the best of us. jrnl.ie/6870482
President Higgins and wife Sabina given roses and cheered as they leave Áras for the final time
President Higgins was late departing as he and his wife Sabina wanted to ring the peace bell one last time.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:54 PM