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The Burren By Leah, Jake, Alice and Ronan
Farming Over the centuries, farming helped to create and maintain the Burren as it is today. The Burren was once covered in forest. As the trees were cleared, intensive farming and over-grazing led to the erosion or wearing away of much of the soil.
Flora In the Burren, plants from the Arctic, Mediterranean and Alpine areas can be found growing together. This is just one of many aspects of the Burren that makes it a unique landscape.
Birds Ninety four species of bird have been recorded within the Park, at least fifty of which have used the Park for breeding. Among the most dramatic of the birds in the park are Peregrine Falcons, Ravens, Kestrels, Merlin, and in the winter, Hen harriers.
History The word “Burren” comes from an Irish word “Boíreann” meaning a rocky place. This is an extremely appropriate name when you consider the lack of soil cover and the extent of exposed Limestone Pavement.
