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Seán Ronayne

@seanronayne.bsky.social
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Irish ornithologist & wildlife sound recordist. www.irishwildlifesounds.com Using bird sound as a tool to spread love for Irish nature. Albums: -Wild Silence -Hope Book: Nature Boy (Irish biography of the year 2024) Doc: Birdsong

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Pavilion Theatre @paviliontheatre.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
🦅 Today we are delighted to welcome Seán Ronayne for two completely SOLD OUT performances of Untold Sounds. Missed out on today's sold-out shows? Extra performances have been added on Sun 28 Jun, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, and tickets are available now. 🎟️ buff.ly/vAHYq6U @seanronayne.bsky.social
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
My first recording of 2026. The wonderful House Sparrow. ⁣ ⁣ I chanced upon a gorgeous flock today and it became my first recording of 2026. Here’s to many more. ⁣ ⁣ I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. #wildlife #birdsound #birds #wildlifesounds #birding
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Annette Jorgensen @ajorgensen.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
🦊 HEADS UP! 🦊 Ireland has a real chance to ban foxhunting right now. Chasing terrified foxes on horseback with hounds is cruel and barbaric. Please support our campaign on Instagram www.instagram.com/p/DRFtSTVDT6... #banfoxhunting #SpeirGorm
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Rural Ireland Against Fox Hunting on Instagram: "On Dec 17th, 2025, the Dail will vote on whether to ban fox hunting in Ireland. Fox hunting sees riders on horseback and packs of dogs chase a terrifie...
150 likes, 8 comments - ban_fox_hunting_ireland on November 15, 2025: "On Dec 17th, 2025, the Dail will vote on whether to ban fox hunting in Ireland. Fox hunting sees riders on horseback and packs of...
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Blackstaff Press @blackstaffpress.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
LAST TICKETS! Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life. dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
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Donna Rainey @donnarainey4.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
Absolutely fantastic weekend,caught up with the brilliant @seanronayne.bsky.social at the @shhomeplace.bsky.social for a truly engaging talk on his work as an ornithologist recording birdsong, talking mimicry & how nature has had such an impact on his life.Dawn chorus at Lough Beg was wonderful.
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Seamus Heaney HomePlace @shhomeplace.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
🌅✨ What a magical morning at The Strand at Lough Beg! Huge thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social for leading our Dawn Chorus Walk yesterday through one of Ireland’s richest ornithological sites, and to @rspbni.bsky.social and everyone who joined - what an unforgettable experience!
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Blackstaff Press @blackstaffpress.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Join Ruby Free and @seanronayne.bsky.social at this year’s @dublinbookfest.bsky.social to immerse yourself in nature through discussing the stories behind their best-selling books: Nature Boy and #Rathlin, A Wild Life. Tickets have nearly sold out: dublinbookfestival.com/event/immers...
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Joanne Dalton @jdalton79.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
What an incredible evening spent listening to @seanronayne.bsky.social at The Lark in Balbriggan. He spoke so engagingly and movingly about all aspects of bird life & general wildlife in Ireland. Stark+quite depressing statistics were presented alongside ever present hope and optimism. GRMA Seán 🦉
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Thank you so much. Last night was wonderful for me. The venue and crowd were amazing
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 27/09/2025
I’m back here after an absence. I was trying to cut back on apps. I feel like I’m being shadow-banned on instagram so this seems like a nicer place to revisit Here’s a video from a mic deployment in Barcelona, in the midst of a wonderful thunderstorm. I got so wet it didn’t matter! It was beautiful
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/08/2025
Thank you so much!
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Kevin Shortall @kevinshortall.bsky.social · 02/08/2025
My most enjoyable summer read yet, #natureboy by @seanronayne.bsky.social. It sums up beautifully what's important to remember, cherish & protect in our world & lives. A must for educators, so we can properly situate nature in schools & also become more inclusive! Autism is rarely explained better!
An image of the book, "Nature Boy" by Seán Ronayne, on a coffee table outdoors on a deck.
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Cécile Archives @cecilearchives.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
@seanronayne.bsky.social makes the French news! @afp.com 🇨🇵🇮🇪
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BBC Springwatch Fans @bbcspringwatch.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
#Springwatch2025 people to follow til next time… @ChrisGPackham.bsky.social Presenter @IoloWilliams.bsky.social Presenter @JABaddams.bsky.social Urban Wildlife @LucyLapwing.bsky.social Props @SeanRonayne.bsky.social Recordist @WillRose.bsky.social Animator @DanFWildlife.bsky.social Fan Admin
Male Broad-bodied Chaser by Dan Forder @DanFWildlife.bsky.social
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lynbw @lynbw.bsky.social · 15/06/2025
Saw @seanronayne.bsky.social speak tonight in #newbridge & #speirgorm ye all need to go listen, or catch his film on @rte.ie or read his book, his gentle, passionate call to arms is a message of pure hope 3hrs passed in the blink of an eye
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Pádraic Fogarty @whittledaway.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
The last government had an open goal to reform forestry to something resembling a sustainable model - but they blew it. With Coillte abandoning its biodiversity commitments, it seems that the industry now feels the pressure is off. jrnl.ie/6663637
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Opinion: This government is determined to turn its back on sustainable forestry in Ireland
Pádraic Fogarty says that despite the climate crisis, Ireland’s native trees are last in line once again as unsustainable forestry practices continue.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
The start of a new chapter! I’ve been meaning to explore underwater sounds for some time. This recorder will remain submerged for 24hrs as a test. Let’s see what swims around it tonight, when the tide rises and the people leave. Just my mic, the sea, and the fish!
Underwater micGrey seal skullMasked crab
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Check my website for tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
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Irish Tour - Seán Ronayne
Dates/Venues/Tickets   Jan’ 25th – Out to Lunch Festival, The Black Box, Belfast, Co. Antrim – TICKETS (SOLD OUT!) Feb’ 28th – Swift Cultural Centre, Trim, Co. Meath – TICKETS (SOLD OUT!) Mar’ 21st – ...
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Thank you everyone for a great night at Cork Opera House! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d fill 750 seats in my home city one day. What a privilege to do that talking about the thing I love so much. Nature. You all give me so much hope. See you at the next! Lots more venues to go.
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orlabarry.bsky.social @orlabarry.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
One man in Ireland has set himself an unusual challenge - to record the sound of every bird species in the country. Many of those birds may soon no longer exist. My report on @theworld.org with thanks to @seanronayne.bsky.social Listen back and read here: theworld.org/stories/2025...
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This man is recording the sound of every bird species in Ireland - The World from PRX
One man in Ireland has set an unusual challenge for himself: Record the sound of every bird species in the country. The mission is not frivolous, though. Many of the birds may soon be extinct.
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Eoghan Daltun 🌍 @irishrainforest.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Myself and @seanronayne.bsky.social are giving a sellout talk in St. Luke's Church, Cork, shortly. Such a very special venue, I'm certain the evening will be too.
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Dr Captain McIntyre @cathmci.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
I have a ticket (1 ticket) to tomorrow night's show (21st March) in St Lukes that I can't use anymore if anyone would like it?
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Radio Lento @radiolento.bsky.social · 16/03/2025
How our noisy world is seriously damaging our health....
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Noise: The invisible killer in all our lives
The BBC's James Gallagher investigates the invisible killer all around us.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
That’s the one! 🙂
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
UK friends! Tonight Birdsong makes its UK TV debut on BBC4 at 9pm. It will also be available on BBC Player thereafter. Please spread the word! Extract taken from The Times.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
It is available to watch on RTE Player from Ireland, and will soon be available on BBC player. But I’d imagine it will eventually be released for general viewing too.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
For any UK followers, our documentary Birdsong airs on BBC4 next Wednesday!
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
It’s a really beautiful and important book, Niamh. You and everyone involved should be proud. I really mean that.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Thank you Nancy!
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Currently have mics running at three sites here in Catalunya. The lack of human noise at each is astounding. Can’t wait to see what I’ve captured!
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Tickets available here: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/
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Irish Tour - Seán Ronayne
Dates/Venues/Tickets   Jan’ 25th – Out to Lunch Festival, The Black Box, Belfast, Co. Antrim – TICKETS (SOLD OUT!) Feb’ 28th – Swift Cultural Centre, Trim, Co. Meath – TICKETS (SOLD OUT!) Mar’ 21st – ...
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Tour almost ready to go! Lots of new sounds & stories as well as new threads & elements to others. The first two gigs are sold out with most others heading that way. I can’t wait! I have a few mics to collect here before coming home from Catalunya so hope to add even more sounds.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Following on from a sold out Live at St. Luke's, I'll be speaking at the Cork Opera House, March 26th! Tickets: www.irishwildlifesounds.com/irish-tour/       The sound system there is just incredible and I am so excited to showcase the best of what I've captured over the years.    See you there!
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
The Irish tour is growing! Shows in Clare, Limerick, Galway, Leitrim, Kerry, Kildare & Longford announced!    tinyurl.com/mu9bx8kp   It looks like we are headed for a lot of full houses - absolutely buzzing.      Thank you everyone for your kindness & support.      More to announce in coming days!
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CorkBeo.ie @corkbeo.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
The Cork date is selling fast 🕊️ @seanronayne.bsky.social
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'Sounds, stories and readings': Cork's Birdsong man launches nationwide tour
'You be will be moved by the staggering beauty nature has to offer'
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
An Irish tour of talks will be starting soon. Hope to see you there! Note that this is just a fraction of venues. I am awaiting on contracts before I announce the remainder. For tickets and details please visit my website: www.irishwildlifesounds.com
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 05/01/2025
Yes! It’s the only way for me. If I’m not feeling it I don’t waste my time. I know I’ll replace it when the passion comings knocking
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Thanks Emily! ❤️🙌🏻
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Thank you so much!
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Hahaha, I’m just trying to be fancy! I have a nature table next to me when I write and sometimes I look at items from it to inspire me.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Just a gorgeous lemon-yellow Brimstone moth. A blast from the past from one of my many early teenage nocturnal garden safaris.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
Our anthropocentrism will be the death of us, but what a sad, heartless way to move through the world, regardless.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
This is utterly appalling.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
www.instagram.com/reel/DEUOLsL...
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
  6/6🧵 I’m looking forward to continuing this journey in 2025! Lots to come. And I'll see you all around as I go.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
5/6🧵 The next part will happen naturally - falling in love with and wanting more.   Thanks for the wonderful world of hope you gave me in 2024 everyone. I now know that I'm not on this journey alone. This burning desire to see a more nature-filled Ireland and world.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
4/6🧵 We need to protect it. Because we have erased so much of it and largely, we are failing it.    But it doesn’t need to be that way, and the first step to turning a corner is to open up our eyes and ears. By letting it in and getting to know it.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
3/6🧵 Most importantly of all it allowed me to show people just how gorgeous and never endlessly educational and inspiring nature can be. Nature right now really needs us. It’s not just some lovely thing we need to admire now and then. We need to reconnect with it.
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Seán Ronayne @seanronayne.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
2/6🧵 What I spoke about was so niche and I’m not so sure people would have listened had they knew what was coming.     This opened up a whole world of opportunities to me for which I’ll forever be grateful.
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