Copeland Bird Observatory gets new laboratories

25 June 2008

A recent joint effort by both Belfast and North Down CATs saw the delivery of 2 brand new laboratories for the Bird Observatory on Light House Island, part of the Copeland Group, which lie just to the south of the mouth of Belfast Lough.

The new labs will enable the Observatory to continue their invaluable work. It is one of the British Bird Observatories and is directed and serviced by the British Trust for Ornithology.

Its main aim is the collection of data on migratory and breeding birds, which may be used for their general conservation. It is operated on a part-time basis by local amateur ornithologists.

The day was enjoyed by all members of the CATs who, after some hard work carrying the labs from the boat landings to the Observatory, were given a guided tour around the island.