This one-day course is designed for those new to bat work. You will be given a comprehensive foundation to bat biology, ecology and conservation.
Course content includes:
- Bat taxonomy
- UK species, range and distribution
- Bat species identification
- Bat physiology including adaptations to flight, echolocation, energetics
- Life histories including life-cycle, mating strategies, pup development, roost composition and requirements, social behaviour
- Feeding behaviour
- Bat conservation and threats
Prior knowledge: None
Start Date/Time | Thursday 25th May 2023 at 9:30am |
End Date/Time | Thursday 25th May 2023 at 5:00pm |
Location |
NSBRC, Swindon National Self-Build and Renovation Centre Lydiard Fields, Great Western Way, SN5 8UB Google Map link |
Cost | £170 |
Region |
Midlands |
Organiser | Bat Conservation Trust |
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