Rare North American yellow-crowned night heron first spotted in Ireland, drawing birdwatchers to Belcarra, Co Mayo.

Birdwatchers flock to Belcarra, Co Mayo, after a rare North American yellow-crowned night heron is spotted. The first sighting of this species in Ireland has attracted international attention, with locals and enthusiasts alike descending on the village. The bird, usually found in tropical areas of North and South America, may have been caught up in a hurricane system and arrived in Co Mayo by chance.

May 27, 2024
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