Useful Links

Animal Diversity Web

Based in the University of Michigan, this website gives detailed information on animal groups as well as many species. Also introduced is taxonomy, conservation and natural history.

Enchanted Learning
Teachers, students and parents can use this website to find out information about animals, habitats and even develop art and craft ideas.

Dublin Zoo
The National Museum of Ireland - Natural History has been known to Dubliners as the ‘Dead Zoo’ for many years, but if you want to see real live animals, then visit Dublin Zoo.

Natural History Museum – London
This website provides not only information on the national collections for natural history in the United Kingdom, but also discusses biodiversity, evolution and much more.

Ulster Museum
Another national museum, the Ulster Museum, housing history, art, ethnography and natural history collections will be closed until 2009 for refurbishment.

National Parks and Wildlife Service
Charged with protection of Irish habitats and species, the National Parks and Wildlife Service website provides information on protected areas and Irish biodiversity.

Irish Naturalist’s Journal
The Irish Naturalist’s Journal is a scientific publication documenting Irish zoology, botany and geology.