Knockmealdown Mountains facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Knockmealdown Mountains |
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| Sléibhte Chnoc Mhaoldomhnaigh | |
The Knockmealdowns from the M8
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Knockmealdown |
| Elevation | 794 m (2,605 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Country | Republic of Ireland |
| Provinces of Ireland | Munster |
The Knockmealdown Mountains (which in Irish is Sléibhte Chnoc Mhaoldomhnaigh) are a range of mountains in Ireland. They are found right on the border between County Tipperary and County Waterford. These mountains stretch from east to west across the two counties.
The highest point in the range is a peak called Knockmealdown, which is located in County Waterford. On the western side of this highest peak, there is a high mountain pass known as 'The Vee'. An old road, once used by mail coaches, runs through this pass. This road connects the towns of Lismore and Clogheen.
These mountains were once known by an older name, Sliabh gCua. Sometimes, this name was written in English as 'Slieve Gua' or 'Slieve Goe'.
Tallest Peaks of the Knockmealdowns
The Knockmealdown Mountains have several important peaks. Here is a list of the main peaks, ordered from the highest to the lowest:
- Knockmealdown, Cnoc Mhaoldomhnaigh (794 meters)
- Knockmoylan, Cnoc Maoláin (768 meters)
- Knocknafallia, Cnoc na Faille (668 meters)
- Sugarloaf Hill, Cnoc na gCloch (663 meters)
- Knocknagnauv, Cnoc na gCnámh (655 meters)
- Knockshanahullion, Cnoc Seanchuillinn (652 meters)
- Knocknalougha, Cnoc na Loiche (630 meters)
- Knockmeal, An Cnoc Maol (560 meters)
- Crohan West, An Cruachán (521 meters)
- Farbreaga, An Fear Bréige (518 meters)
Wildlife in the Mountains
The Knockmealdown Mountains are a very important place for different kinds of wildlife. They are especially vital for two bird species that are considered endangered: the red grouse and the hen harrier. This means these birds are at risk of disappearing if their habitats are not protected.
Other interesting birds can also be seen living in these mountains. These include the cuckoo, the nightjar, the crossbill, the buzzard, and the grasshopper warbler. The mountains provide a safe home and breeding ground for all these animals.
See also
In Spanish: Montañas Knockmealdown para niños
