About this episode
Karla Goodman explores the cultural significance and conservation efforts for the endangered Lapwing in Ireland.
Ireland’s beloved Lapwing, long rooted in folklore and farming, is now on the Red List of endangered species. In this Nature On One special airing at midday on Bank Holiday Monday, June 1st, Karla Goodman explores its cultural role, the threats it faces, and the conservation work that could secure its future...
People in this episode
Host: Karla Goodman
Topics covered
- endangered species
- conservation
- folklore
- farming
- cultural role
- environment
Keywords
- Lapwing
- endangered species
- Ireland
- conservation
- folklore
- farming
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Lapwing
Places: Ireland
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