Participants: If you are interested in
helping with any of the surveys detailed below please contact ONLY the
person, telephone number or email address.
Survey Organisers:
50 word listings on this page are free (details not included in any
paper publication) additional words at 20p each minimum fee £10. To send
your survey details or for more information
contact CJS.
Wildlife Surveys and Fieldwork
Many conservation organisations appeal for volunteer surveyors to record and
submit local sightings for a national wildlife survey. Taking part in any of
these surveys will give you useful experience and also help to extend the
scientific knowledge of a species, so vital for appropriate conservation
management. Some include training in survey techniques and some may even pay
expenses.
iSpot website helps you
put a name to wildlife you have seen. At iSpot (
www.ispot.org.uk ) you can upload
pictures and connect with a social network of thousands of users, from
beginners to experts. iSpot is an Open University website funded from
The Big Lottery Fund’s £11.7 million grant to Open Air Laboratories.
(CJS)
National Otter Survey
in England will help to find out if conservation targets have been met
and to identify what action is required to maintain otter recovery. If
you have seen an otter recently please complete our otter sightings
recording form and send back to PTES. We will pass on your sightings to
the Environment Agency survey.
http://bit.ly/OtterSurvey (CJS)
Homes for Wildlife
Get free, tailor made advice from the RSPB & help turn
your garden into a haven for all wildlife! whether you have a large
mature garden or just a balcony, there's advice for everyone. Visit
www.rspb.org.uk/hfw to find out
more.
(CJS)
Frogwatch - hop on board.
A
national survey to find out more about urban distributions of widespread
amphibians, discovering more about their habits and about their garden
habitats. Anyone with or without a garden pond can participate. If you need help
working out which amphibians you have spotted then our
Amphibian Identification Guide might come in useful. Find out more
on
http://www.arc-trust.org/science/surveys.php(CJS)
Why
did the toad cross the road?
Amphibian and Reptile Conservation'sToads on Roads project (in partnership with ARG-UK)
registers toad migratory crossings throughout the UK. Toad Patrollers
need your help in the spring to monitor these sites and help record
vital information on the current status of the Common Toad
nationally. Interested in taking part? For more information
and to find your nearest crossing see
http://www.arc-trust.org/toadsonroads
51 new toad crossings were registered in 2009.
(CJS)
National Whale and Dolphin
Watch Week 18 - 26/7 2009
An opportunity for the public to
become involved in the research! Results provide a snapshot of
distribution of whales, dolphins and porpoises around the UK and help to
inform scientific debate on any change in the range and distribution of
species. Sightings also collected throughout the year.
http://www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk/event-data2009.php
sightings@seawatchfoundation.org.uk
2008
Posted July 09
Have
you seen a jellyfish? The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) runs a
national jellyfish survey and is interested in your jellyfish
sightings. You can report your sightings online at
www.mcsuk.org and download a free,
photographic UK jellyfish identification guide. Alternatively, call MCS
on 01989 566017 to request the guide and reporting form by post.
Posted May 08 updated July 09
Wetlands in my backyard with the Wildfowl &
Wetlands Trust
Wetlands are being lost and degraded faster than
any other ecosystem, but you can make a wetland in your own back yard!
Results from our 2009 back yard wetland survey are being collated and we
will be running a further survey in 2010. Keep track on
http://www.wwt.org.uk/text/893/wetlands_in_my_backyard_wimby.html
(CJS)
The Moths Count Project 20 - 28 June 2009
Posted May 2007 - updated June 2009
The Moths Count project, aims to raise awareness of moths, stimulate moth recording and
establish a National Moth Recording Scheme. Many free training events
suitable for beginners are being organised. See
www.mothscount.org for details.
Garden Moths Count 2008
Annual survey. No deadline
The Cinnabar moth is in
decline. Butterfly Conservation and the Moths Count team have launched a
survey in Scotland to find out where it occurs. Sightings of the
striking orange and black caterpillars (often on ragwort) should be
reported to
barry@prater.myzen.co.uk with details of location, grid reference
and date.
Why is the Small
Tortoiseshell Declining?
SURVEY RESTART IN MARCH 2010
Possibly due to a
newly-colonised parasitoid fly. To investigate the effects of Sturmia
bella, We are hoping to collect data from as many localities as possible
across the UK. Collect batches of wild larvae of Small Tortoiseshell and
Peacock butterflies this summer, and to rear them to determine how many
die from parasitism.
Sturmia.bella@googlemail.com
http://www.zoo.ox.ac.uk/group/lewis/tortoiseshell.htm (CJS)
PTES Hedgerows for Dormice project will benefit hedgerows and
the wildlife, particularly dormice, that depend on them by reversing the
unfavourable condition of existing hedgerows caused by inappropriate
management and by planting new hedgerows where they have been removed.
The project will map the presence and quality of hedgerows around known
dormouse sites. To find out more click on
www.ptes.org/hedgerows
hedgerows@ptes.org
(CJS)
National Amphibian and Reptile
Recording Scheme Posted
January 2007 - updated June 09
Help monitor the conservation status of Britain's
amphibians and reptiles by taking part in the National Amphibian and
Reptile Recording Scheme (NARRS). Involves several visits to a site
allocated near you. Beginners welcome. Training sessions around the UK
are conducted during spring. Please visit
www.narrs.org.uk to learn
more and get involved - you can sign up at any time of year!
2007
Help CPRE shape the future of Green Belts
Between April and July we are carrying out a survey in Bristol, London
and Merseyside. Live or own land in those areas. It will only take a few
minutes of your time and you could help shape the future of the
countryside in or near to where you live.
www.cpre.org.uk Posted June 09
Against the flow: Nationwide Survey of
non-native invasive aquatic plants
Invasive plants can cause irreversible damage to
wildlife if they get into the countryside. If you see invasive
plants on sale, in the wild, or in your garden pond, please tell
Plantlife. Enter your records at:
Report Your Basking Shark Sightings to Us.
We would like you to help us find out how many basking sharks visit the
Isle of Man every year, and to help us study what they are doing whilst
they're here! Report your sighting online on this website.
www.manxbaskingsharkwatch.com (CJS)
British Seahorse Survey
Posted May 2007 - updated June 09
The British Seahorse Survey studies
the 2 species of Seahorse found around the British Isles and it is totally
reliant on volunteers. If you are a diver or find a seahorse washed up on
the beach contact the survey and we can advise you where to look for the
British Isles best kept secret. www.britishseahorsesurvey.orgwww.theseahorsetrust.co.uk
Annual survey. No deadline
Waterscape (British Waterways)
From April 2010 National Wildlife Survey. Visit your local canal,
river or lake and record (online) all the species you see. The
information will be used to help plan the management of our navigable
waterways and to protect their wildlife. This year’s survey has a
special focus on the kingfisher.
www.waterscape.com/wildlifesurvey
2007
2008
2009
(CJS)
We need your help to find out
more about our swifts
You've probably seen them
speeding through the air, screaming their heads off, or swooping into
crevices in buildings. But they're in trouble. Tell us where you see
swifts and help us to help them. To find out more and how you can help,
visit:
www.rspb.org.uk/helpswifts(CJS)
Report Squirrel Sightings
to the Red Squirrels in South Scotland project
Squirrel monitoring programmes
help us to collect information on the distribution of red and grey
squirrels in south Scotland, allowing us to identify areas of importance
where habitat management or grey squirrel control will benefit red
squirrel populations.
http://www.redsquirrels.org.uk/report-squirrel-sighting.asp(CJS)
Lincolnshire Biodiversity
Partnership and the Environment Agency are appealing for volunteers to
help survey 200 sites across the county for Otters. Develop a
keen eye for their distinctive five-toed footprint and droppings called
spraints, which are used to mark territories under prominent places such
as bridges. Support, guidance and safety equipment will be provided,
with training dates set for June 3 & June 7
ccollop@lincstrust.co.uk
Posted May 09
Welcome to the Evolution
MegaLab!
Scientists have been studying
the banded snail for many years and have found variations in the shell
colour. This variation is thought to be adaptive, at least in part
providing camouflage. Help us find out whether lighter coloured shells
are more common further north than they used to be, now that the climate
has become warmer.
www.evolutionmegalab.org
Posted May 09
Swift Survey
There has been increasing
national and international concern about loss of swift nest sites. We
need to know where swifts nest now & see where in the buildings swifts
nest so that appropriate provision can be designed for them. Find out
more on
www.concernforswifts.com
Posted May 09
National Corncrake Survey
with RSPB
Corncrakes will begin to return
to the UK at the end of April, and and the public will be able to call
in on special hotline numbers to submit their records of the species.
(England and Wales) - 01767 680 551 (Scotland) - 0131 311 6500 (Northern
Ireland) - 028 9049 1547 ID info
http://www.rspb.org.uk/wildlife/birdguide/name/c/corncrake/index.asp(CJS)
Take Part in the UK Safari Glow-worm Survey
Now in its ninth year. If you've seen any glow-worms this year we'd love
to hear about them. You can easily report your sighting online anytime.
Visit:
www.uksafari.com/glowworms
Ongoing: no deadline
2008 2009
(CJS)
The Million Ponds Project
will create an extensive network of new ponds across the UK. Ultimately
the aim is to reverse a century of pond loss, ensuring that once again
the UK has over one million countryside ponds. A critical element of the
project is that these new ponds will have clean water. To find out how
to make clean ponds, see the Million Ponds toolkit.
www.pondconservation.org.uk/millionponds/pondcreationtoolkit
(CJS)
5-13/6/10 Make your Nature
Count
Over 62000 people took part in
Make Your Nature Count in 2009, telling us all about the wildlife on
your doorstep. We'd love even more people to take part in 2010! You only
need an hour to take part. For more information, visit
www.rspb.org.uk/naturecount
(CJS)
"Garden Beewatch 2009
Posted March 2007 - updated Apr 2009
Preliminary results of the 2008
Nest Survey are available on
Seaquest Basking Shark Project
This
is a new BBC Wildlife Fund-supported project which aims to improve
protection for basking sharks around Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We are calling for volunteers to conduct effort-based surveys around the
coast of Cornwall from 15th June. Training provided. More information:
Basking Shark ProjectPosted May 08 updated
Apr 09
Exploring British Wildlife:
Bluebells Posted January 2007,
updated Apr 2009
Bat Conservation Trust
Posted June 2005 - updated Apr 2009
National Bat Monitoring Programme. Volunteers needed
to help monitor the UK's bat populations by taking part in surveys at bat
roosts and foraging sites. The surveys are aimed at various levels of
experience, meaning anybody can take part. Contact: Bat Conservation Trust,
Tel: 020 7501 3622, Email:
nbmp@bats.org.uk
or sign up online at
http://www.bats.org.uk/pages/nbmp.html
Previous years
Annual survey
The
Traditional Orchards Project wants to find out as much as
possible about the number and type of orchards in Wiltshire. Anyone who
has fruit trees or orchards in their garden, on their land, or in their
village or local community, is asked to e-mail or contact
(01793) 815029 (as we are volunteers we only pick up messages
once a week so there may be a delay in replies – please bear with us), e-mail
orchardwilts@hotmail.co.uk
Posted June 08 updated Apr 09
Be on
the look out for the Oak Processionary Moth, a native of southern
and central Europe, it has been found on oaks in London.
The
caterpillars pose two problems - feeding can cause serious defoliation
of oaks and they readily release tiny barbed hairs containing a toxin
that causes severe skin irritation and allergic reactions in some
people. Larvae may be found between April and July, feeding during the
day in groups and congregating at night in communal nests. Larvae pupate
in July and adult moths fly during August and September.
18 - 19/9/10
MCS Beachwatch
is an annual UK-wide beach litter survey & clean-up, organised by the
Marine Conservation Society (MCS) since 1993. Third weekend in September
every year, & represents the UK’s contribution to the International
Coastal Cleanup (ICC), which takes place in over 70 countries worldwide.
MCS mobilise thousands of vols, surveying litter on hundreds of beaches
throughout the UK.
www.adoptabeach.org.uk(CJS)
2008
Hunt the Humming-bird Hawk Moth and Painted Lady Butterfly this
summer with the
Common Plants Survey 2009
Volunteers required for The Common Plants Survey, Plantlife's Annual
nationwide survey of 65 common plants in different habitats. Monitoring
over 520 one km Ordnance Survey grid squares. More surveyors required
across the UK. Sign up online at
http://www.plantlife.org.uk/uk/plantlife-get-involved-common-plants-survey.html
Posted Apr 09 updated
Annual survey (runs March - September). No deadline.
2006
2007
Garden Herps Survey
The BTO, Froglife and The HCT
are jointly organising the first national garden amphibian and reptile
survey. Participants record herps and habitat information by marking
boxes on the easy-to-complete questionnaire form (deadline for return is
the end of July).
If you want to take part please
contact
gbw@bto.org or telephone 01842-750050 to request a pack.
Suffolk Wildlife Trust is
carrying out a project on Harvest Mice in Suffolk. The project is
using the success of the Suffolk Barn Owl Project to collect owl pellets
and train volunteers to analyse the remains to look for harvest mice and
carry out nest surveys. We are looking for volunteers who are interested
in analysing owl pellets at home and passing the results back to SWT for
verification. We are holding training days for committed volunteers to
learn how to identify small mammal remains. Harvest Mouse Project
Officer at
martha.cowell@Suffolkwildlifetrust.org 01473 890089
(CJS)
Urban Fox Count:
Telegraph.co.uk launches study to count UK foxes
The first urban fox count in nearly 15 years seeks to find out just how
many of the animals are living in our towns. Send details of sightings
of foxes to
ukfoxes@telegraph.co.uk Include name, full postcode of the location
where you see the fox or foxes, photograph of the animals, if you have
one, and a maximum of 25 words of commentary. To find out more go to
www.telegraph.co.uk/ukfoxes
Posted Mar 09
The Dundee Red Squirrel
Project aims to protect and enhance the population of red squirrels
in the area and is very keen to receive information on both red and grey
squirrels from Dundee, or anywhere else. If you can help please take a
moment to fill out the form on
www.dundeeredsquirrels.co.uk
Posted Feb 09
Norfolk Wildlife Trust is
working as part of its Natural Connections project to map the
distribution of five non-native species in the county, identified as
having a potentially undesirable impact on native wildlife. Record
details of their sightings. Species are: American mink; Giant hogweed;
Himalayan balsam; Japanese knotweed; Muntjac
The Vegetative Key to the British Flora a new approach to plant identification
Essential for all amateur & professional botanists.
Only £20 inc p&p (Publication price £25) Special Pre-publication Offer!
Cheques should be made payable to BSBI and sent (with
your name & address) to BSBI (VK), 41 Marlborough Road, Roath, Cardiff,
CF23 5BU. Offer ends April 17th 2009. Free p&p applies to UK & Ireland
only.
More details and downloadable flyer at www.bsbi.org.uk
Posted Feb 09
Wider Countryside Butterfly
Survey
Butterfly Conservation is
launching the Wider Countryside Butterfly Survey (WCBS) this year to
monitor the status of common species across the UK. The survey requires
just 2 visits to a random 1km square. Get in touch to take part and
help us reach our 1000 square target in 2009.
PTES Mammals on Roads Survey. By identifying and
recording the mammals drivers see (live or dead) on our roads we can build a
picture of species distribution and, by comparison with previous years, their
relative numbers. Free survey pack from
www.ptes.org/mor or email
mor@ptes.org or 020 7498
5262. Survey starts 1st July.
Annual survey, deadline 30 Sept.
2008
Updated results August 2009
(CJS)
Little Egret survey of
Ireland
We need your help for an on-line
Little Egrets survey of Ireland Please let us know if you spot any
Little Egrets. It's easy and quick to do, just click on the survey:
http://www.jabit.com/surveys/LittleEgret
Posted Feb 09
South Yorkshire Pond Project
We are recording ponds across
South Yorkshire. Help us by carrying out a simple survey of ponds in
your local area - no experience necessary, training and support
provided. There will also be opportunities to become involved in
detailed surveys, biological recording and Pond Warden training. Contact
bobeades@pondconservation.org.uk / 0114 2634335
Posted Feb 09
New for 2010 – OPAL Water Survey
Open Air
Laboratories (OPAL) will launch a new public participation
survey about lakes and ponds in May 2010. Anyone can take part
by requesting a free pack from
opalwatercentre@geog.ucl.ac.uk.
Also coming soon, the OPAL Biodiversity Survey, keep an eye on
www.OPALexplorenature.org for info. (CJS)
Lee Knight (the
coordinator of the Hypogean Crustacea Recording Scheme - cave shrimps
etc.) has produced a "Cave Life" leaflet in association with the
Freshwater Biological Association. The aim of the leaflet is to reveal
the fascinating biology of underground environments, and encourage
cavers to discover the organisms around them.
http://www.fba.org.uk/recorders/publications_resources/cavelife.html
(CJS)
Shark Trust: The Great Eggcase Hunt
Posted Nov 2004 - Updated Jan 09
Your chance to contribute to skate and ray conservation
by taking part in Britain's first ever eggcase hunt. In recent decades several
species of skate and ray around the British coast have dramatically declined
in numbers. The empty eggcases that wash up on our beaches all year round are
an easily accessible source of information on the whereabouts of their nursery
grounds. Search the tideline, collect the empty cases, wash them and identify
the species from the Trust's simple identification guides, submit your results
and see the national distribution so far - or even organise a local eggcase
event. Visit: www.eggcase.co.uk or write to The Shark Trust, Rope
Walk, Coxside, Plymouth, Devon PL4 0LF
Deadline: None.
University of Cambridge / Centre for Ecology & Hydrology
Posted Mar 2005 - updated Jan 09
Harlequin Ladybird Survey. The most invasive ladybird
on earth arrived in Britain last summer and now threatens our 46 native
ladybird species. Numerous individuals have been recorded east of a line from
the Wash to the Isle of Wight, with a few more sightings in the Midlands. This
survey will monitor its spread across Britain and assess its impact on native
ladybirds. Monitoring ladybirds has never been more important and surveyors
are required throughout the country. Send records online via
www.harlequin-survey.org or
print off their recording form (in Word) and post to Harlequin Ladybird
Project Officer, Biological Records Centre, CEH Monks Wood, Cambridgeshire
PE28 2LS. Report online at:
www.harlequin-survey.org (Record all species
of ladybirds on www.ladybird-survey.org ).
No deadline. (CJS)
The Giant Aphid Hunt
It’s the world’s largest aphid, fiercely guarded by
ants and milked like a dairy cow. Now the Giant oak aphid needs your
help. The new survey will help us to map where it lives so that we can
discover just how rare it really is. For more details and survey forms
look at
http://www.buglife.org.uk/getinvolved/surveys/giantaphidhunt.htm
Submit sightings to
hopkins@fireflyuk.net or call 01603 660300.
(CJS)
Glow-worm enthusiasts! Posted May 2007
- updated Jan 09
If you are planning a glow-worm evening, intend to
survey glow worms, want to report a site or simply want to know where and
when they can be seen, visit the UK Glow Worm Survey website,
www.glowworms.org.uk. Surveys are
purely voluntary. Email
robin@galaxypix.com
Ongoing: no deadline
Plantlife
Posted
Mar 2006 - updated Jan 09
Plantlife organises one-off Survey Events to monitor individual species at particular nature reserves. Open to
everyone, free and no experience needed as full guidance is given on the day.
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult, no dogs and booking is essential.
www.plantlife.org.uk/uk/plantlife-get-involved.html
The
People’s Trust for Endangered Species’Living with Mammals
survey begins 29 March and is asking for volunteers to record sightings
and signs of mammals in the built environment. To take part contact 020
7498 5262,
LwM@ptes.org or go online
www.ptes.org/surveys
Click for 2008 Report
(CJS)
2007 Countryside Survey
Results published
Countryside Survey is a unique study of the natural resources of the
UK's countryside carried out by the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology.
Undertaken at regular intervals since 1978, the countryside is sampled
using rigorous scientific methods. To find out more visit
www.countrysidesurvey.org.uk (CJS)
Ayrshire Red
Squirrel Group
Volunteers needed in
Ayrshire to assist with both red squirrel sightings and particularly
with squirrel surveying and feeder box monitoring. Own car useful.
Training provided on nationally recognized squirrel survey methods. See
www.ayrshireredsquirrels.org.uk for further details. Contact Shona,
01292 520929,
enquiries@ayrshireredsquirrels.org.uk
Posted
Feb 08, updated Nov 08
The rosemary beetle (
Chrysolina americana ) is an attractive 8mm (1/4in) long metallic green
beetle with purple stripes. Despite its scientific name, it is a native
of southern Europe. During the last decade it has become an established
pest in Britain on rosemary and lavender and related plants. Submit
sightings and find out more
http://www.rhs.org.uk/Learning/Research/Projects/rosemary_beetle.htm
Posted Nov 08
Wildlife sightings from
around Dorset
The Dorset Wildlife Trust run
several wildlife surveys throughout the year. Why not post details of
your sightings and get involved in recording surveys. Find out more on
http://www.dorsetwildlife.co.uk/recording_wildlife1.html
Posted Nov 08
Seen a turtle in UK seas?
Please report your sighting immediately to Marine Environmental
Monitoring (MEM) on 01348 875000 or to the Marine Conservation Society
(MCS) online at
http://www.mcsuk.org/marineworld/turtles If you
have found a live turtle stranded on a beach, please do not return it to
the sea, but inform the RSPCA on 0300 1234999.
Posted May 08 updated Nov 08
Dorset Wildlife Trust is coordinating at County wide mammal survey,
aiming to produce a Dorset Mammal Atlas in 2012. We are looking for
volunteers prepared to carry out surveys across the County for specific
mammal species. Training given where required. Contact Anna Muckle at
DWT on 01305 264620 for details.
RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch24 - 25 January 2009
Posted Oct 2004 - updated Nov 2008
This annual survey at the end of
January generates a lot of media coverage, as well as recording national
changes in bird numbers and distribution. A simple recording form will
be supplied free with the spring issue of the RSPB 'Birds' magazine, or
packs of 10 recording forms can be ordered [free, I think] on Tel: 0870
1222793 and will be delivered in January. More information:
www.rspb.org.uk/birdwatch
2008
RSPB's Big Schools' Birdwatch 19 - 30 January 2009
For teachers and those in contact with a school [or visitor centre?].
Same simple format as the Big Garden Birdwatch, but in schools. Can be part
of a project to improve school grounds or to support curriculum learning.
Tel: 0870 1222792 for a pack [free, I think], or visit:
www.rspb.org.uk/schoolswatch
Annual surveys. Deadline: ?
2009
National Moth Night 2009 will take place from 18 to 19
September 2009 with a range of target species and a chance for anyone to take part in
this nationwide survey of Britain's moth populations. Visit
www.nationalmothnight.info for further details.
Annual survey: on the given
dates Posted July 2007 -
updated Nov 2008
Traditional Orchard
Inventory for England
PTES are producing the national
inventory of traditional orchards to support the traditional
orchard Habitat Action Plan. Help us to locate traditional
orchards in your local area & to help establish their condition.
You'll be provided with a detailed survey pack containing
everything you need. For
more details
www.ptes.org/orchards
or Anita Burrough anita@ptes.org.uk
020 74984533
Deadline: ongoing to
2011
(CJS)
Woodland Trust / Ramblers / Natural History Museum
Posted Sept 2005 updated Nov 2008
Elm Map Project. If you find or know of a
mature Elm tree you can enter your record online at the The Ancient
Tree Hunt website
www.ancient-tree-hunt.org.uk
(NB: Other species can also be recorded here). Everything you need to
help you identify elms and submit your contribution can be found on the
Natural History Museums website. The information will contribute
to the Natural History Museum's UK Biodiversity programme, highlighting
the changes to the countryside since Dutch Elm Disease and the
importance of the surviving mature elms for dependant species of
invertebrates, algae, fungi, lichen, moss and fern.
Deadline: None.
Mountain Hare in Scotland
Posted June 2007 - updated October 2008
Scottish Natural Heritage commissioned The Game
Conservancy Trust to conduct a survey of mountain hare (Lepus timidus) in
Scotland until 01/09/2007. The study looked at sightings of mountain hare
in 2006/07.
Deadline: closed
summary
Full
British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) - various surveys
(CJS)
Several national, annual surveys to monitor many
bird species in a range of habitats, creating an unrivalled
historical database of UK bird populations and distributions. In
addition to running the UK's national Bird Ringing Scheme, other
surveys include: Breeding Bird Survey, Garden Birdwatch Survey,
Heronries Census, Nest Record Scheme, Owls, Wetland Bird Survey, and
Bird Atlas 2007-11.
Competent birdwatchers required, especially
in remote areas. Details at www.bto.org
or from BTO, The Nunnery, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2PU
Deadline: none
&
survey updates
Help our Hedgehogs,
Durham Wildlife Trust
Researchers have discovered that hedgehog numbers are declining by
approximately a fifth every 5 years, if that rate of loss continues the
hedgehog is threatened with extinction by 2025. We are looking for
sightings of all types in Durham, animals seen in back gardens &
countryside to casualties seen on roads.
http://www.durhambiodiversity.org.uk/helpourhedgehogs.htm posted
Sept 2008
The Great British Snail Hunt with The Open University
Counting
snails can reveal more than just how many snails there are - they
provide vital clues about the state of the environment. We'll explain
the significance of the small creatures, and tell you how you can take
your own count.
http://www.open2.net/sciencetechnologynature/worldaroundus/snailhunt.html
posted Sept 2008
Shark Trust
Are
running several surveys: Report shark, skate & ray catches & sightings
on
www.sharktrust.org/recording Basking sharks – the UK’s largest
fish can be seen around the coastline, report any sightings via
www.baskingsharks.org
posted Aug 2008
The
hypogean Crustacea include several cryptic species that live in
groundwater habitats such as wells, caves and springs. The species
included Niphargus glenniei, a recent addition to the BAP species list
and which is only known from Devon and Cornwall. Recording scheme
has been in operation since 1998, advice on the survey and management of
subterranean habitats such as caves and mines.
www.freshwaterlife.org/hcrs
(CJS)
Butterfly Conservation
is the national charity working to save our wild butterflies, moths and
their habitats. You can find out how to learn about them and send in
your records through the website
www.butterfly-conservation.org
(CJS)
UK
Marine Fish Recording Scheme
TheNational Marine Aquarium has a collection of thousands of
records of rare and unusual marine and estuarine fish from around
the British Isles,
these could provide evidence of the impact of warming seas or the
effects of fisheries. We welcome records from anglers,
divers, fishermen, sailors and the general public, as well as
scientists. Contact us with your
sightings:
fishreports@national-aquarium.co.uk or 01752 275216.
(CJS)
Run an ID walk
for the Bumblebee Conservation Trust - if you can confidently identify
the 'Big 6' bumblebees and a few of the others, then would you consider
running an ID walk for us? We try our best to cover as much of the UK as
possible, but there are still big gaps - we have never run an ID walk in
the North of England for example! Let us know if you think you might be
able to help. 01786 467818 or email
enquiries@bumblebeeconservationtrust.co.uk
Posted June 08
Adopt-a-Beach
is a scheme whereby local groups clean & monitor beaches up to four
times a year. Conduct seasonal litter surveys & show commitment to a
healthy coastal environment; collecting useful beach litter records to
lobby for proper beach management at a local level and, in forwarding
that data to MCS, helping us tackle litter at a UK level.
www.adoptabeach.org.uk or
contact the litter team on 01989 567807
(CJS)
Have
you seen a giant shark in UK seas? If so, the Marine Conservation
Society Basking Shark Watch project wants to know about it. You
can find out more and report your sightings online at
www.mcsuk.org or request a paper
form by calling MCS at 01989 566017.
Posted May 08
The
Scarlet malachite beetle (Malachius aeneus) is a colourful and
mysterious beetle that appears for a month in early May and June. It's
known from only eight village greens in the UK and is so rare Buglife
need your help to find it. To find out more and record any sightings
have a look at
http://www.buglife.org.uk/conservation/currentprojects/scarletmalachitebeetlesurvey.htm
(CJS)
The RSPB is
asking anyone who sees a hen harrier in England to report it to
a special Harrier Hotline. The appeal for sightings is in
a bid to find out more about where birds may be nesting. The
number is 0845 4600121 (calls charged at local rate).
Reports can also be e-mailed to
henharriers@rspb.org.uk. Please provide details of the
date and location of sighting, including a grid reference where
possible. For harrier id info, click on
www.rspb.org.uk/henharrier
(CJS)
2-spot ladybird survey
Entomologists are concerned that the once common 2-spot ladybird could
be in decline, particularly in places where the invasive harlequin
ladybird, Harmonia axyridis, occurs. Visit
http://www.nationalinsectweek.co.uk/survey.php) to record your
sightings of the 2-spot ladybird and to find out how your own ladybird
sightings – especially during National Insect Week – can help our
scientists to understand and protect the 2-spot ladybird.
posted Mar 08
Mammal Society
Posted July 2007 - updated April 2008
National Owl Pellet Survey
Analysis of the bones found in owl pellets can
provide us with information on the current distribution of small
mammals throughout the UK. Please send batches of pellets you find
with a location and contact details to Alasdair
Love, 4 Laurel Way, Totteridge, London, N20 8HP See:
http://www.abdn.ac.uk/mammal/current_surveys.shtml
No deadline.
All People's Trust for Endangered Species / Mammal Trust
surveys, past results and present surveys can be viewed on
http://www.ptes.org/index.php?cat=9 (CJS)
Big Bumblebee Hunt
The survey ran in 2007 but the online submission form is still available
to leave records, for more details about
other Buglife Surveys click on
www.buglife.org.uk
BBC Springwatch & Autumnwatch / Centre for Ecology &
Hydrology / Woodland Trust
Posted Feb 2005 - updated Feb 2008
The National Phenology Network website includes Nature's Calendar and Springwatch
surveys to record your UK wildlife
sightings. There are also live interactive maps, personalised calendars and data
tables, forum, games and their analysis of spring last year and the
latest on this year. Visit www.naturescalendar.org.uk
Annual. No deadline. (CJS)
The Mammal Society
Posted Nov 2004
Pick up a Polecat! Survey Closed:
Details believed correct but given without prejudice.