Owenmore River (County Mayo) facts for kids
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Owenmore River passing through Bangor Erris
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| Native name | An Abhainn Mhór |
| Country | Ireland |
| Cities | Bangor Erris, Bellacorick |
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| Main source | Nephin Beg Range, County Mayo |
| River mouth | Atlantic Ocean via Tullaghan Bay |
| Length | 47.07 kilometres (29.25 mi) |
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The Owenmore River (called An Abhainn Mhór in Irish, meaning "The Big River") is an important river in northwest County Mayo, Ireland. It's known as a "spate river," which means its water levels can rise quickly after heavy rainfall. This river flows through a large area of bogs, open moorland, and mountains.
Where the Owenmore River Flows
The Owenmore River starts high up in the Nephin Beg Range of mountains. From there, it first flows northwards. It then meets another river called the Oweninny River.
After joining the Oweninny, the Owenmore River continues its journey westwards. It passes right through the town of Bangor Erris. Finally, the river turns southwest and flows into Tullaghan Bay, eventually reaching the vast Atlantic Ocean.
Amazing Wildlife in the River
The Owenmore River is famous for its amazing fish. It's a very popular spot for fishing, especially for certain types of fish.
Salmon and Trout in the Owenmore
The river is home to many Atlantic salmon. These incredible fish are born in freshwater, travel to the ocean, and then return to the river to lay their eggs.
You can also find "grilse" here, which are young Atlantic salmon that have spent only one winter at sea. The river is also full of brown trout, another popular fish for anglers.
