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  • Biodiversity and Lough Neagh

    Topics:
    • Biodiversity, 
    • Water, 
    • Better Choices Better Water

    Dr Sara McGuckin, Head of Natural Science with the Northern Ireland Environment Agency outlines why Lough Neagh is so important, to Northern Ireland and internationally, in terms of its biodiversity and explains some of the conservation designations which are in place to protect it.

    She describes what is meant by biodiversity and why biodiversity is important to each and every one of us in Northern Ireland in providing a range of services that we all need. 

    Importance of Lough Neagh for nature

    Did you know that Lough Neagh is an important protected site both nationally and internally due to its extensive biodiversity, supporting rare fish, birds, plants and habitats. 

    Dr Sara McGuckin from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency explains more 

    Working together for nature

    To restore and manage Lough Neagh and protect its biodiversity requires co-operation from a wide range of sectors and partners. Dr Sara McGuckin from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency explains why.

    What is biodiversity?

    Watch this short video from Dr Sara McGuckin of the Northern Ireland Environment Agency to find out.

    Importance of biodiversity

    Why is preserving Lough Neagh’s biodiversity important for everyone in Northern Ireland?

    Watch this short video from Dr Sara McGuckin of the Northern Ireland Environment Agency to find out.

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