
A five-year study of the breed has just been wrapped up.
The number of a rare bird species in Offaly is holding firm.
The nesting numbers of Swifts in the county has remained on-par over the past five years, following the decision to undertake a survey of the breed in 2017.
The birds have seen a decline of nearly 60% in less than two decades, but Offaly County Council says the results of the report are 'positive.'
Biodiversity Officer Ricky Whelan has this advice for people that want to help: