Burren River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Burren River |
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View from Ballinacarrig Bridge
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| Native name | An Bhoirinn |
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| Main source | north face of Mount Leinster |
| River mouth | Celtic Sea via River Barrow |
| Length | 39 kilometres (24 mi) |
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| Basin size | 154 square kilometres (59 sq mi) |
The Burren River is a beautiful river located in Ireland. It flows mainly through County Carlow, bringing life to the land and supporting various wildlife. This river is about 39 kilometers (24 miles) long.
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Journey of the Burren River
The Burren River begins its journey high up on the northern side of Mount Leinster. From there, it flows towards the north.
River's Path Through Towns
As it travels, the river passes under several roads. These include the R724 at Ullard Bridge and the N80. It continues its northward flow through a place called Rathoe.
Meeting Other Waters
Further along, the Burren River meets another river, the Aghalona River, in an area known as Inchisland. After this meeting, the river changes direction, turning westwards. It then goes under the M9 in Moyle Big.
Reaching the Barrow River
The river passes under the N80 once more at Ballinacarrig Bridge. Finally, it flows through the southern part of Carlow town. Here, it goes under the railway line and two more roads, the R448 and the R417 (at Burrin Street). The Burren River then empties into the larger River Barrow.
Amazing River Wildlife
The Burren River is home to many different kinds of fish. It's a great place for aquatic life to thrive.
Fish Species in the Burren
You can find several interesting fish species in the river. These include:
- Brown trout
- Three-spined stickleback
- Nine-spined stickleback
- Atlantic salmon
- Stone loach
- Common bream
- Roach
- Perch
- Lamprey
These fish make the Burren River a lively and important ecosystem.
