If you have ever struggled to identify a bird species on your farm or in the garden, then a brand new app may be of help.

Bird boxes are a common sight in Irish gardens, providing a home for colourful species like robins, blackbirds and finches.

Pigeons, while seemingly innocuous as they peck around Irish gardens, can actually wreak havoc ... have a nifty trick to keep these birds at bay. Despite pigeons not being known for aggression ...

Join our Irish travel Facebook group. If heading out on a boat makes you feel queasy, one of the other best places to spot birds is in your back garden. Pop the kettle on and sit back to admire ...