Explore Your Shore

Explore Your Shore Explore Your Shore! is a Citizen Science project of the National Biodiversity Data Centre ().

The Dirty Sea Sq**rt / Ascidiella aspersa is one of the most frequently recorded sea squirts found on our rocky shores o...
01/09/2026

The Dirty Sea Sq**rt / Ascidiella aspersa is one of the most frequently recorded sea squirts found on our rocky shores or cast ashore on beaches. It gets its name from its dirty rough surface, and is attached by its base to rocks. It is found all around the Irish coast. https://exploreyourshore.ie/

OCEAN ODDITIES! - Meet the Connemara Clingfish (though you don't need to be in Connemara to see one). With their duck-bi...
25/08/2026

OCEAN ODDITIES! - Meet the Connemara Clingfish (though you don't need to be in Connemara to see one). With their duck-billed snout, cartwheel spoke patterned eyes, and ruddy cheeks, these distinctive and reclusive fish can be found hiding in deep crevices on the lower shore. If you're lucky enough to spot one this summer, please take a photograph submit your record to https://exploreyourshore.ie/

Fall in love with your shoreline this weekend. Join our Explore Your Shore! Seashore Splash! for and uncover the incre...
22/08/2026

Fall in love with your shoreline this weekend. Join our Explore Your Shore! Seashore Splash! for and uncover the incredible marine life living along our coast. Every record you submit helps build our understanding of Ireland's coastal biodiversity. https://exploreyourshore.ie/seashore-splash-heritage-week-2025/

Curious about Ireland's marine wildlife but not sure where to start? Our free Marine Biodiversity online course is desig...
18/08/2026

Curious about Ireland's marine wildlife but not sure where to start? Our free Marine Biodiversity online course is designed to help you learn at your own pace. Explore one module at a time, build your confidence identifying common marine species and, when you've finished, receive a certificate of completion. It's ideal whether you're completely new to the coast or looking to refresh your knowledge before your next beach visit.
https://learn.biodiversityireland.ie/courses/marinebiodiversity

Love diving? Seasearch Ireland encourages volunteer divers to record the marine life they encounter beneath the waves. T...
15/08/2026

Love diving? Seasearch Ireland encourages volunteer divers to record the marine life they encounter beneath the waves. These observations help build our knowledge of Ireland's underwater habitats and species. Even if you don't dive snorkelers can take part too! To find out more about training and contributing your underwater discoveries see: https://exploreyourshore.ie/marine-surveys/seasearch-ireland/

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