Is this white barnacle goose I captured on camera a rare sight? – The Irish Times

A rare all-white barnacle goose was found in a Sligo flock, with research showing this coloration occurs once in 40,000 geese. A lesser octopus was discovered far from the sea in Co Antrim, likely carried by strong winds rather than dropped by a seabird. A wood ear fungus, an ichneumon insect, and a treecreeper bird were also identified in various locations in Ireland, showcasing the diverse wildlife found in the country.

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