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The Irish hare is unique to Ireland and is arguably our oldest surviving mammal. It has been present on the island since BEFORE the last ice age, which ended around 10,000 years ago. Revered and celebrated in Celtic lore for centuries, the numbers of these noble animals have declined dramatically in the last three decades. With little protection in law, this species remains endangered and is now locally extinct in some areas.
This site is provided by the Irish Hare Initiative as an online resource about the Irish hare and issues that affect its conservation and survival. The Irish Hare Initiative is an independent not-for-profit group working for the conservation and protection of Irish hares.

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Our knowledge base endeavours to provide accurate, up-to-date species information. This is revised and updated to reflect current understanding of the Irish hare.

 Our knowledge base endeavours to provide accurate, up-to-date species information. This is revised and updated to reflect current understanding of the Irish hare.
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HARE PRESERVATION

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Irish hares need permanent legal protection NOW

The Wildlife order Northern Ireland is currently under review and presents the opportunity to give Irish hares in Northern Ireland permanent legal protection. Such a move will help conserve this vulnerable species and underpin wider conservation measures.      

Click here to support our campaign for legal protection for Irish hares

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The Hare Preservation Trust works for the preservation and welfare of all hares including our own Irish hare. Please consider supporting it by becoming a member. more