
Hare
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Fox
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The Irish
Hare is the most common mammal in the Parklands. Listed in the
Red Data book as being an Internationally Important species it can
be seen in large numbers in the Parklands scrub and grassland
areas.
Also listed as an Internationally Important species, the elusive
Otter has made its home in the drains and lagoons at Turraun
and Tumduff Mor while shy Fallow deer have been seen in conifer
forestry at Finnamores and Boora.
The nocturnal
Badger is also found throughout the complex and although
rarely seen evidence of their activity can be seen on snow-covered
ground, for like the Fox they favour certain pathways, giving
an indication of their territories.
The Parklands
smaller mammals, such as Field mice and tiny Pigmy Shrews
are also rarely seen, keeping themselves well hidden from predators
such as Owls and Kestrel hunting overhead.
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