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Just a little splash of fairytale magic that I spotted back in the autumn.

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A close-up, ground-level photograph of a single mushroom with a vibrant, rounded red cap. The cap shows faint textures and small debris, sitting atop a thick, textured white stalk. It is surrounded by long, thin blades of green grass and a few brown, dried leaves. The background is a soft, out-of-focus blur of earthy greens and browns, emphasising the red subject.
February 15, 2026 at 8:26 PM
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Actual, verifiable SUNLIGHT this afternoon filtering through the pines at The Raven Nature Reserve. Hard to believe this whole wood is built on sand dunes! 🌲✨

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A vertical shot looking into a dense pine forest. Several tall, straight tree trunks with rough grey bark frame the image. The foreground is filled with dry, russet-coloured bracken ferns which are brilliantly illuminated by dappled sunlight, creating glowing patches of orange and gold. In the background, soft hazy sunlight filters through the green canopy, creating a peaceful, ethereal atmosphere with high contrast between the shadows and the light.
February 15, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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My Word of the Day today is REFUSCENT. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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A close-up, low-angle photograph of a native Red Squirrel clinging to a tree trunk. The squirrel has vibrant reddish-brown fur, a creamy white chest, and distinctive tufted ears standing tall against a clear, bright blue sky. It looks slightly to the left with a bright, curious black eye. Sunlight illuminates its long whiskers and the soft texture of its fur. Rich green moss covers the tree bark on the left. Text at the bottom reads "Word of the Day: rufescent".
February 15, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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My Word of the Day today is a Hiberno-English word: SCÁTH. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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A vertical outdoor photograph taken from a low angle in a garden setting. On the left, a tall, dark Monkey Puzzle tree stands prominently, its spiky branches silhouetted against a bright, low sun that creates a starburst effect between the trunks. To the right, a deciduous tree with bare, twisting branches reaches upward. The foreground is lush green grass in partial shadow. Text at the top reads "Word of the Day: scáth" and "What does it mean? Visit: www.pocket-ireland.com/words".
February 14, 2026 at 11:10 AM
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My Word of the Day today is ADUST. Read the definition at 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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February 13, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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A lovely Summer(?!) Snowflake (taken last spring). Often mistaken for a Snowdrop, but the green tips on the petals give it away! 🌿🤍

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February 12, 2026 at 9:10 PM
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WORD OF THE DAY: matutinal

Do you know what it means? 🌅 A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉 Read the definition and see more of Ireland: 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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February 12, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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WORD OF THE DAY: sturnine

Do you know what it means? 🐦‍⬛ A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉 Read the definition and see more of Ireland: 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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February 10, 2026 at 2:37 PM
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There’s no better cure for the late-winter blues than a trip to Altamont Gardens in County Carlow. Here’s another pic of the wonderful snowdrops there last week. 🌿🤍🇮🇪

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A vertical, eye-level shot taken in a woodland setting at Altamont Gardens. The foreground is filled with a dense carpet of white snowdrops and occasional pink hellebores rising from green grass. To the left, large, thick tree trunks—likely beech—are covered in vibrant green moss. The background shows a depth of tangled bare branches and evergreen yew trees under a soft, diffuse, white-grey sky, creating a moody but peaceful winter atmosphere.
February 9, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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WORD OF THE DAY: subfusc

Do you know what it means? ☁️ A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉 Read the definition and see more of Ireland: 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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February 9, 2026 at 10:56 AM
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WORD OF THE DAY: glisk.

Can you guess what it means? ✨ A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉 Read the definition and see more of Ireland: 👉 https://www.pocket-ireland.com/words

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February 8, 2026 at 10:56 AM
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WORD OF THE DAY: susurrus. Can you guess what it means? 🌲 A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉

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February 7, 2026 at 10:45 AM
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It’s wild to think that mushrooms are just the "fruit" of the organism. The real work is happening underground in a vast web of mycelium, breaking down dead leaves to feed the forest.

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A low-angle, close-up shot of a pale white mushroom growing from a bed of brown, dry leaves on a forest floor. The mushroom has a flat cap that dips slightly in the centre, revealing prominent, delicate gills underneath. The stem is off-white and sturdy. The background is a soft blur of dark tree trunks and bright green foliage, with dappled sunlight creating a circular bokeh effect. The atmosphere is damp and earthy.
February 6, 2026 at 8:53 PM
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WORD OF THE DAY: 'primaveral'. Can you guess what it means? 🌱 A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉

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February 3, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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WORD OF THE DAY: 'apricity'. Can you guess what it means? ☀️ A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉

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A moody, atmospheric view inside a dense forest. Dark, silhouetted tree trunks and tangled bare branches fill the frame, creating a chaotic but beautiful natural texture. Bright, golden sunlight bursts through the gaps in the wood, creating a misty, ethereal glow and distinct sunbeams that cut through the darkness. The lighting is high contrast, emphasising the warmth of the light. A graphic overlay at the bottom displays the text "Word of the Day: apricity" alongside the Pocket Ireland logo.
February 2, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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WORD OF THE DAY: 'hyemal'. Can you guess what it means? ❄️ A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉

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A vertical close-up photograph of a young evergreen tree branch. The sharp green needles are coated in white frost. The branch is backlit by bright winter sunlight, causing the ice crystals to sparkle and creating a glowing rim light around the needles. The background is a soft, out-of-focus blur of dark forest trees and a pale sky. Text at the bottom reads "Word of the Day: hyemal" alongside the Pocket Ireland logo and website address.
February 1, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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The sun trying desperately to shine yesterday at Devil's Glen Wood. 🌲✨

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A vertical low-angle shot looking up through a dense canopy of bare tree branches silhouetted against a bright, hazy, white sky. The sun is diffused behind the centre of the trees, creating a soft, glowing backlight. Darker evergreen bushes frame the bottom left, while the ground below is covered in reddish-brown bracken and ferns. The overall mood is atmospheric, high-contrast, and slightly mysterious.
January 31, 2026 at 11:22 AM
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Word of the Day: 'catadupa'. Do you know what it means? 🌊 A picture is worth a thousand words. But sometimes, you only need one 😉

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January 31, 2026 at 10:11 AM
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The "tunnel" effect here actually acts as a natural sound dampener with the dense layers of needles and branches absorbing sound.. Ballinastoe Woods can be soooo quiet and peaceful!

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A vertical photograph looking down a dark forest path. The path is flanked by tall, dense coniferous trees. The lower branches are bare, dark, and tangled, creating a tunnel-like archway overhead that fills the frame. The scene is dimly lit, but bright, golden daylight shines through the opening at the far end of the path and filters down from the very top of the canopy, highlighting the texture of the woven branches.
January 28, 2026 at 6:19 PM
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I love #waterfalls and #GlenevinFalls in #CountyDonegal were so beautiful! That sound calms me every time! I also wasn’t expecting the #faeriehouses but definitely magical
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November 20, 2025 at 3:43 AM
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This was the #GiantsCauseway visit I did about a year ago last November. It was still busy & touristy even then. I couldn’t imagine it in the summertime
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November 19, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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I sat there for a while because this split was so cool and the #water crashing through it was amazing!
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November 19, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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New video coming soon! I really enjoyed recording in this location.

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November 9, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Autumn River. #autumnvibes #riverlife #woodlandwonder #treelove #mossy #longexposure #naturephotography #irishnature #forestmagic #coloursofautumn #naturalbeauty #calmness #watermovement #smartphonephotography #photography #autumn
A vertical, long-exposure photograph of a river flowing over and around moss-covered rocks, viewed through the split trunks of a large, moss-laden tree. The trees are starting to show autumn colours in their foliage (yellows and oranges), and the water is blurred to create a soft, ethereal effect. The scene conveys a peaceful, moody woodland atmosphere.
November 6, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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This fellow cleared the garden pretty quickly 😱 🐦‍⬛🐦 😨
I’m delighted to see him on the premises again. Look at his yellow eye 😍

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October 29, 2025 at 3:32 PM