National Hare Survey 2025-2028

nd’s only native lagomorph and an endemic subspecies, the Irish hare plays a vital role in our natural heritage. This survey will provide up-to-date data on its distribution, abundance, and habitat use across a range of landscapes.

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is seeking proposals for the delivery of a nationwide survey of the Irish hare (Lepus timidus hibernicus), a species of unique ecological and cultural significance. As Irela