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SUMMARY:Apoid Wasps (with one sub-marginal cell) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \nThis one-day workshop with Mike Edwards will cover the identification of Apoid wasps with a single sub-marginal cell. Not necessarily a closely related group of species\, but a useful way of splitting the group. \nParticipants will work with test keys provided by Mike\, including those for Crabro\, Crossocerus\, Oxybelus\, Entomognathus\, Rhopalum\, Ectemnius\, Lindenius and Trypoxylon. \nOur tutor: Mike Edwards is a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and founding member of the Bees Wasps and Ants Recording Society. He works as a specialist in entomological survey and habitat management advice\, concentrating on the aculeate Hymenoptera\, Diptera & Orthoptera. \nWorkshop level – Intermediate 
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/apoid-wasps-with-one-submarginal-cell-workshop-2/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Assassin Bugs & Damsel Bugs Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \n\n\n\n\n\nThis Assassin bug and Damsel bug workshop led by Jim Flanagan will cover the identification\, biology and current distribution of 23 species. These two important groups of predatory terrestrial bugs play an important role in the ecological function of many habitats. Specimens will be available to study from the museum’s collection as well as the tutor’s own using microscopes along with draft keys. The aim is to help raise knowledge and awareness of these two groups of predatory bug and to help recorders submit good reliable records of their sightings of these to iRecord. \nOur tutor: Jim has been the recorder for true bugs (covering the shieldbugs\, plantbugs\, groundbugs and other groups along with plant and leafhoppers) for the Sorby Natural History Society (based in Sheffield) for around twenty years. He is also organiser for the national recording scheme for Plantbugs and allied families.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/assassinanddamselbugs/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T160000
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SUMMARY:Crag Bank Nature Reserve & Lords Lot Bog Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Crag Bank Nature Reserve is 3.7 ha. SSSI comprising calcareous boulder-clay ridges and extensive wet areas of calcareous peaty soil with fen-like vegetation\, ditches and a muddy stream. Over 170 species of flowering plant have been recorded in the wet areas\, calcareous grassland\, scrub and a small wood. A number of plants that are very rare in Lancashire (eg. Pedicularis palustris) occur. Access to the site has been restricted until this summer\, and virtually nothing is know of the invertebrates. \nLords Lot is a low-lying wood in close proximity to Carnforth and Lancaster. It’s main feature of interest is the lowland sphagnum bog which exhibits a number of locally important species. There are good patches of sundew and crossleaved heath and several types of rushes and sedges with a small colony of bog bean. The warm sheltered habitat provided by the surrounding plantation is favourable for breeding Odonata and other insects including a colony of Green Hairstreak butterflies. \nWe will spend the majority of the day at Crag Bank but will head over to Lords Lot for a couple of hours in the afternoon. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/cragbank/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250922T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250922T210000
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SUMMARY:What we know\, and don't know\, about humane insect collection Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Book here. \nThis webinar has been jointly organised with the Insect Welfare Research Society \nFor many reasons\, we may want to lethally collect insects (and other arthropods). But increasing evidence suggests there’s cause to consider the welfare of these animals and that some may have the capacity for pain or suffering. With uncertain evidence of sentience in insects\, how should the morally-considerate collector precede? This webinar will discuss currently available methods for anesthesia and killing of insects collected in the wild as well as some general best practices for harm reduction according to the 3Rs. It will briefly cover evidence for sentience in insects before moving onto practical details or anesthesia and killing\, emphasize what is known\, what is recommended by invertebrate-specializing veterinarians\, and the large amount of information that is unknown about humane killing for insects. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask practical questions – and will leave better informed about which practices may cause harm\, how to improve those practices with the information and resources we have available\, and what still needs to be researched\, empowering them to make all-things-considered best judgments about when and how to collect. \nOur speaker: Meghan Barrett\, PhD (Indiana University Indianapolis)\, is an insect neuroscientist and physiologist by training now researching topics of insect welfare including humane anesthesia and slaughter techniques for farmed insects. She is an assistant professor of biology at Indiana University Indianapolis and the founding director of the Insect Welfare Research Society. \nThis session will run on Zoom. If you are new to Zoom you will need to create a Zoom account and download their software. This is all free and you can do so here. \nYou can use a laptop/desktop computer\, smartphone or tablet and it isn’t necessary to have a webcam or microphone to participate. \nFurther info on how to join a zoom meeting can be found here.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/humaneinsectcollection/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Tachinid Flies Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \nChris Raper and Matt Smith who organise the Tachinid Recording Scheme will be delivering this one-day workshop on Tachinid Flies. \nWorking with the recording scheme’s and museum’s specimens\, you will be using a new well-developed key from The Dipterist Forum 2024 Annual Fly School which includes 41 new species since Belshaw’s 1993 Key. If you possess your own specimens\, please feel free to bring them along.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/tachinidflies/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T120538Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Water Mites Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here. \nWater mites (Acari: Hydrachnidia) belong to one of the most species-rich group of aquatic invertebrates. They can be found in almost every water type\, from streams\, springs\, lakes and pools to subterranean habitats. They have a complex life-cycle\, with the larvae parasitizing almost all insect groups with an aquatic life stage. To date\, 282 species are known from the UK\, but this certainly is an underestimation. \nDuring this workshop\, there will be an introduction to water mites and their complex life cycle. The workshop will introduce identification at the genus level\, and for some genera to the species level. Collecting techniques and how to preserve water mites will also be explained. Material will be available. \nOur tutor: Harry Smit\, from the Netherlands\, is one of the leading experts in the field of water mite taxonomy. He studied the group for more than 40 years\, and has a worldwide experience. His magnus opus is a book on the identification of the families\, subfamilies\, genera and subgenera of the world\, published in 2020.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/watermites/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250912T160000
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SUMMARY:Moth Dissection Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to the process of dissecting moths for the purpose of identification. The workshop will be practically based and will concentrate on the methods and processes needed to obtain accurate identifications. There will be a look at the necessary equipment and resources available. If time allows\, we will look at creating microscope slides to preserve the evidence of the identification. \nOur tutor: For 10 years John Girdley was the County Micromoth Recorder for VC60 but he is now working for Murcia University\, Spain\, surveying and cataloguing micromoth populations in the province of Murcia\, finding many new species for the province\, several first or second records for Spain and up to 4 new species of Lepidoptera\, all currently in the process of being published.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/moth-dissection-workshop/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T130648Z
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SUMMARY:Kindling Farm Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:This will be a joint event with Merseyside Biobank. \nKindling Farm is an organic\, community-led 78-acre farm in Merseyside. Owned collectively by over 800 members through the Kindling Trust\, the farm is developing an agroforestry system that balances sustainable food production with support for local biodiversity. The land includes species-rich native hedgerows\, wide wildlife-friendly margins\, several ponds managed for nature\, and a dedicated wetland area. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/kindlingfarm/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T210000
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SUMMARY:Freshwater Sponges Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Book here. \nThis webinar will outline what freshwater sponges are\, their biology and life cycle\, and the difficulties of identification. It will also discuss the distribution and biology of obligate feeders\, particularly the spongeflies and sponge-feeding caddisflies. \nBritain’s freshwater sponges are hugely under-recorded. They are true sponges from the phylum Porifera which\, though mostly marine\, does have about 250 freshwater species worldwide. We have six of these\, in the family Spongillidae\, in a wide variety of freshwater habitats; rivers\, streams\, lakes and canals. Their under-recording is due\, in part\, to the difficulty in identifying them to species\, which requires microscopic examination of their spicules. The under-recording means that their true distribution is unknown. \nHowever a general picture can be given by looking at distribution of sponge-dependent feeders\, most notably the Spongeflies\, a worldwide family (Sisyridae) of lacewings whose larvae specialise in feeding on freshwater sponges. We have three species\, all in the genus Sisyra\, and all have a much wider distribution than simple sponge data suggest. Other sponge specialists include some species of Ceraclea caddisflies (Leptoceridae) whose larvae feed on sponges and even make their cases from sponges. Like the spongeflies these also have a wide distribution. \nOur speaker: Jonathan Briggs is an independent ecologist with 40 years experience working in freshwater and terrestrial environments. He has a particular interest in unusual species and man-made habitats. He spent 20 years working on canals\, a habitat where sponges are often easily found\, particularly under bridges and on lock structures. \nThis session will run on Zoom. If you are new to Zoom you will need to create a Zoom account and download their software. This is all free and you can do so here. \nYou can use a laptop/desktop computer\, smartphone or tablet and it isn’t necessary to have a webcam or microphone to participate. \nFurther info on how to join a zoom meeting can be found here.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/freshwaterspongeswebinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250808T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250808T160000
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SUMMARY:Leech Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here –  tickets are £7.50 \nThere are 17 species of freshwater leeches in the UK. This one-day workshop will give an introduction to identifying and recording leeches and will focus on the common and distinctive species found in the UK. \nThis workshop introduces identification to species level\, using both a field guide and a key\, with a focus on using keys. The day will include a short presentation on the morphological features used to identify specimens\, and support from a tutor from the Freshwater Leech Recording Scheme throughout the practical sessions. \nOur tutors: Craig Macadam has been studying and recording freshwater invertebrates for over 30 years. He is national recorder for Mayflies\, Stoneflies and Leeches\, and he frequently gives talks and training on these groups. Craig is particularly interested in the species found in upland areas of the UK and the impact that climate change is having upon them\, and overlooked urban habitats such as springs and urban streams. Rachel Davies runs the brand new Freshwater Leech Recording Scheme alongside Craig Macadam\, launched in 2024. She has also co-authored the ‘Guide to the Freshwater Leeches of Britain and Ireland’ field guide\, published by the Field Studies Council. \nLunch is not provided but tea\, coffee\, water and biscuits will be available.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/leeches/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250808T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250808T160000
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SUMMARY:Macclesfield Forest Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:This is a joint recording day with the Sorby Invertebrate Group. \nUnited Utilities owned Macclesfield Forest covers an area of approximately 400 hectares (990 acres)\, dominated by woodland or plantation. Most of the woodland is designated a Site of Biological Importance\, while part of the area including Trentabank Reservoir is a nature reserve managed by the Cheshire Wildlife Trust. \nThe predominant species are Sitka Spruce and Japanese Larch\, with some Scots Pine\, Lodgepole Pine\, Corsican Pine and Norway Spruce. There are also areas of semi-natural mixed and broadleaved woodland\, mainly oak\, sycamore and beech; in 2004\, broadleaved species made up 23% of the total. The area also includes areas of acidic unimproved upland grassland\, including approximately a hectare within the Trentabank nature reserve. \nThere are toilet facilities on site and an outdoor cafe. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/macclesfield/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T160000
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SUMMARY:Leeches in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Book here – tickets are £7.50 \nThis event will be held at Dibbinsdale Nature Reserve\, Wirral. \nJoin like-minded people with an interest in recording wildlife observations for a day surveying freshwater leeches. Sampling leeches involves pond dipping and hand searches and we will identify specimens to species-level in the field where possible. Any species that cannot be identified in the field will be preserved for identification at the ‘Freshwater Leech Workshop’ the following day at World Museum\, Liverpool. \nWhat will the day involve? \n\nPractical experience using a variety of methods to survey and sample leeches.\nPractical experience in collecting and preserving leeches.\nA chance to meet fellow like-minded people from a range of different disciplines.\n\nOur tutors: Craig Macadam has been studying and recording freshwater invertebrates for over 30 years. He is national recorder for Mayflies\, Stoneflies and Leeches\, and he frequently gives talks and training on these groups. Craig is particularly interested in the species found in upland areas of the UK and the impact that climate change is having upon them\, and overlooked urban habitats such as springs and urban streams. Rachel Davies runs the brand new Freshwater Leech Recording Scheme alongside Craig Macadam\, launched in 2024. She has also co-authored the ‘Guide to the Freshwater Leeches of Britain and Ireland’ field guide\, published by the Field Studies Council. \nAll records generated through this event will be submitted to iRecord in order to share our findings with the site managers\, the Local Environmental Record Centre and the Freshwater Leech Recording Scheme. \nThis event is in partnership with the Freshwater Leech Recording Scheme.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/leeches-in-the-field/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T160000
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SUMMARY:An introduction to Invertebrate Identification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \n\n\n\n\n\nHave you ever wanted to identify an invertebrate but weren’t sure where to start?  \nIn this introductory workshop at the beautiful Ness Gardens\, we’ll be looking at the differences between some of the commonly encountered invertebrate ‘orders’ (groups). Experts from RECORD and Tanyptera will be guiding us through the features of each group and how to identify invertebrates to order level. \nWhat to expect: \n\nWe’ll spend some time in the classroom learning about invertebrate orders and features\nThere will be plenty of opportunity to get ‘hands on’ with identification and practice your skills\nWeather permitting\, we’ll be exploring the gardens with a chance to try out some ‘in the field’ identification\n\nBy the end of the session we hope that you’ll: \n\nHave a good understanding of the features seen in the more commonly encountered invertebrate orders\nBe able to identify at least some common invertebrates to order level\nKnow how to use this knowledge to help with more detailed identification (e.g. to species level)\nGain some knowledge on how to make your invertebrate observations count for conservation through sharing your records\n\nAccessibility: You can find more information on accessibility at Ness Gardens here. If you have any mobility needs or other additional needs please do not hesitate to get in touch with us ahead of the event to discuss (email info@record-lrc.co.uk). \nThe event is free to attend and is aimed at adults. Details on the exact meeting point will be emailed to you when you book – please check your spam box if you’ve not heard from us. \nThe session is hosted by RECORD and The Tanyptera Project. Please email any questions to info@record-lrc.co.uk.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/invertebrateintro/
LOCATION:Ness Botanic Gardens\, Ness\, CH64 4AY
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250731T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250801T160000
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SUMMARY:Entomology techniques workshop - Beetles
DESCRIPTION:Book here \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this workshop\, we’ll be focussing on the field and lab based techniques used for finding and identifying beetles. \nLocal beetle expert Clive Washington\, along with staff from RECORD and the Tanyptera Project will be leading the workshop\, which takes place across 2 days and 2 locations. \nWhat to expect: \n\nDay one (10:30am – 3:30pm): The entire first day will be spent ‘in the field’ at Chester Zoo Nature Reserve. We’ll be learning about different beetle surveying techniques\, including how to use various equipment. There will be plenty of chances to get ‘hands on’ and try out the different methods yourself.\nDay two (10:15am – 4pm): The second day is a ‘lab day’ spent at the World Museum Liverpool. We’ll be getting an introduction to lab-based techniques used for beetle curation and study.\n\nBy the end of the session we hope that you’ll: \n\nGain experience of different fieldwork techniques used for beetle surveying and and understand when to employ these methods\nBe confident using a microscope and associated equipment\nDevelop your skills in preparing\, mounting and dissecting beetle specimens\nHave awareness of the resources available for beetle identification and where to go for further information\n\nAccessibility: The Chester Zoo Nature Reserve has a gate which allows wheelchair access and has gravel and grass paths. The site is on a slight slope. You can find out more about accessibility at the World Museum here. If you have any mobility needs or other additional needs please do not hesitate to get in touch with us ahead of the event to discuss (email info@record-lrc.co.uk). \nPlease note: \n\nThe event is free to attend and is suitable for adults only.\nDetails on the exact meeting point and other important information will be emailed to you when you book – please check your spam box if you’ve not heard from us.\nThe workshop is designed around attending both the field day and the lab day\, however it may be possible to attend just one of these two days. Please get in touch with us before booking if you cannot make both dates.\nDuring the workshop we will be taking beetle specimens and working on these in the lab. The workshop is a chance to find out about the ethics behind taking specimens and learn how to do this responsibly and for the right reasons. However\, if you are not comfortable with taking specimens (i.e. the killing of invertebrates for study / research) then the workshop may not be suitable for you. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss this further.\n\nThe session is hosted by RECORD and The Tanyptera Project. Please email any questions to info@record-lrc.co.uk.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/beetletechniques/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250326T170834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T101041Z
UID:23073-1753437600-1753459200@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bagmere and Brereton Heath Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve is a 50 acre mosaic of mixed woodland\, a lake\, grassland\, including some semi-improved\, marsh and a few acres of heathland that are closed to the public. We will focus our morning on the heathland and meadow areas of the site\, but there is an opportunity to record in the other habitats on offer. \nAfter lunch\, we’ll walk as a group over to the Cheshire Wildlife Trust managed sections of Bagmere SSSI\, where we’ll be covering lowland fen\, grassland\, and wet woodland habitats. Bagmere was the last known site for Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary in Cheshire\, though thought to have gone extinct a decade ago. Bagmere is closed to the public. \nBagmere features difficult and hazardous terrain\, and you should be experienced in wetland habitats to record on this site. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nThere are toilet facilities at Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve but none at Bagmere (we will be walking between the two). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/bagmere-2/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250315T094402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094402Z
UID:22990-1752832800-1752854400@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Prenton Dell Claypit Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Prenton Dell Claypit on the Wirral consists of species-rich meadows\, ponds\, ditches\, a small area of ancient woodland and marsh. The site is owned by National Grid who lease it to a local community group who manage the area. The site has recently undergone significant habitat management and restoration and very little invertebrate recording has been done here. There are toilet facilities and car parking on site. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/prentondell/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250129T120349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T155332Z
UID:22628-1751711400-1751817600@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dragonflies and Damselflies Weekend Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \nThis 2-day workshop at Rixton Claypits Nature Reserve Warrington will cover the identification of dragonflies and damselflies as adults and larvae. \nThe workshop will be a mix of indoor and outdoor sessions and will involve some light walking as we look at different ponds on the site. \nOur tutor: Tony Parker is the former Assistant Curator of Vertebrate Zoology at World Museum\, Liverpool. His main interest is British wildlife\, with a particular emphasis on recording the natural history of the North West region. Tony is involved in several projects regarding recording and monitoring the distribution of birds\, mammals\, odonata and hymenoptera in the region and is the Aculeate Hymenoptera recorder for Cheshire.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/dragonfly-2-2/
LOCATION:Rixton Claypits Nature Reserve\, Moat Lane\, Rixton\, Cheshire\, WA3 6EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20240520T160435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094430Z
UID:21121-1751623200-1751644800@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Peel Park and The Coppice Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Peel Park is the largest Local Nature Reserve in Lancashire and currently the subject of a Prospects Foundation project to protect and improve pollinator populations and their habitats. \nOver 20 broad habitat have been recorded\, including heathland\, broadleaved\, coniferous and mixed plantation\, semi-natural woodland\, dense and scattered scrub\, acidic\, neutral and marshy grasslands\, flushes\, standing and running water\, heathland\, hedges\, ditches and bare ground. The number of flowering plants and ferns recorded on the site is over 300\, of which more than 250 are native to Britain. This is in addition to over 120 mosses & liverworts. However\, the site doesn’t appear to have been the subject of extensive invertebrate recording. \nThere are no facilities or shelter at this site. However\, Accrington Town centre is within 20 minutes walk. \nPlease be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/peelpark/
LOCATION:Peel Park and the Coppice
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250610T122522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T122522Z
UID:23473-1750444200-1750451400@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Soldierflies & Allies Spotlight Session
DESCRIPTION:For our next Spotlight Session with RECORD LRC we’re focussing on Soldierflies and allies. \nWhen? 20 June\, 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nWhere? Community Hall\, Parade Enterprise Centre\, 14 The Parade\, Blacon\, Chester\, CH1 5HN \nThe ‘Soldierflies and Allies’ are a diverse group of insects\, including around 158 UK species in 11 closely related families. The group also covers bee-flies\, horseflies\, robberflies and snipeflies amongst others; with its members exhibiting a range of ecological strategies\, from herbivores to predators and parasites. During our Spotlight Session we’ll be focussing on identifying a small number of the common\, easily recognisable species within this group. \nThe spotlight session has 2 parts: \n\nBEFORE THE SESSION – Watch this webinar (UK Soldierflies & Allies) to learn the basics of identifying this group.\nON THE DAY – Come along on the day to put your new-found knowledge into practice by having a go at identifying some of the common species.\n\nDuring the session\, we’ll have guides and specimens on hand to use\, so you can familiarise yourself with the species you’re likely to encounter in Cheshire this year. If you’re new to invertebrate identification\, we’ll help get you started and work together to understand what features to look out for. For anyone with an existing interest\, it’s a great chance to find out some more detail through practicing species identification in a friendly setting. \nThere will also be free hot drinks and biscuits! \nThis event is aimed at adults\, however sensible older children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. \nAccessibility: The Community Hall is on the first floor of the building and can be accessed via stairs or a lift. Please let us know prior to the session if you have any access needs or other relevent additional needs.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/soldierflies-2/
LOCATION:Paradise Enterprise Centre\, 14 The Parade\, Blacon\, Chester\, CH1 5HN
CATEGORIES:Workshops,Drop-in sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="RECORD":MAILTO:info@record-lrc.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250315T094459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094459Z
UID:22987-1750413600-1750435200@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Starr Hills Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Starr Hills\, Lytham St Annes is owned by Flyde Council and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It covers 23.6 ha of sand dune. The northern section of the coastal dunes at Starr Hills has some patchy pioneer and foredune vegetation\, including scattered prickly salt-wort Salsola kali and small stands of sand couch-grass Eltrigia juncea and lyme-grass Leymus arenarius\, along much of its length.  \nThe area we’re looking at inland and east of the A584 is fixed dune habitat with creeping willow\, ponds and a marshy area with willow scrub.  \nThis recording day will involve walking a few kilometres\, including over sand hills due to the distance from the car park to the focus areas. There are 40p toilets at the carpark\, and there is a Cafe next to the carpark but no facilities nearby the survey areas. \nThe carpark is pay and display but we will be given free passes for the day.  \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here).\n \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/starrhills/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250315T094528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094528Z
UID:22983-1749808800-1749830400@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Trowbarrow and Hawes Water Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Trowbarrow Local Nature Reserve is managed by Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This former quarry holds a supports a mosaic of grassland habitats with limestone plants\, bare ground\, shallow ponds and a broad-leaved hazel coppice woodland to the west of the main quarry area. \nIn the afternoon we will explore the north eastern edge of Hawes water (part of Gaitbarrows NNR) which includes a some marl fen and a species rich grassland beyond. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nThere is a toilet at Trowbarrow but no other facilities. \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/trowbarrow/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250606T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20240329T121103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094532Z
UID:20708-1749204000-1749225600@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Heswall Fields and Shore Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:Heswall fields contains wildflower meadows fronting the Dee estuary/Heswall shore. The sandy banks leading up to the fields contain perfect nesting opportunities for a variety of wasp and bee species. In past years the Nationally Notable Sea Aster Bee (Colletes halophilius) has been recorded here. \nPlease be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/heswallfields/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250315T094536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094536Z
UID:22979-1747994400-1748016000@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hightown Dunes & Meadows Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:The Hightown Dunes and Meadows nature reserve stretches from Hall Road Coastguard Station to the mouth of the River Alt. The site consists of sand dunes\, a small saltmarsh\, freshwater ponds\, willow and poplar scrub and wildflower meadows. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nPlease note there are no toilet facilities at this site. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/hightown/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250519T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250122T122025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T122025Z
UID:22597-1747683000-1747688400@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Fly Pupa Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Book here. \nDiptera comprise some of the most ecologically important animal species playing key roles in pollination\, nutrient recycling and decomposition. But it is not just the adult flies we should be thinking about but their immature stages. The first webinar from Erica covered the larval stages (watch it here) and in this one she follows up with the pupal stage. The UK is home to more than 7000 species of fly but information on their pupal is rather sparse. This webinar will provide an introduction to our current knowledge\, covering the basics of identification\, distribution\, and behaviour (or lack of). \nTutor Information: Erica McAlister is Principal Curator\, Diptera and Siphonaptera at the Natural History Museum\, London. Erica has been studying flies for over two decades\, during which she has both research and written about the larval stages on flies\, as well as carrying out extensive research across the UK to sample for some of the many species found here. \nThis session will run on Zoom. If you are new to Zoom you will need to create a Zoom account and download their software. This is all free and you can do so here. \nYou can use a laptop/desktop computer\, smartphone or tablet and it isn’t necessary to have a webcam or microphone to participate. \nFurther info on how to join a zoom meeting can be found here.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/flypupa/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20241126T174713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T174751Z
UID:22396-1747477800-1747497600@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Introduction to Bees Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \nThis one-day workshop at Ness Gardens will give an introduction to identifying and recording bees and will focus on the common and distinctive species found in the North-West. \nThe day will start with an introductory presentation followed by an identification session looking at specimens of common bee species. After lunch we will make our way around Ness Gardens to search for bees and to learn how to use a net\, insect pot and hand lens to get a closer look and identify them in the field. \nPlease note\, this workshop will be aimed at those new to identifying bees or those with little experience. \nOur tutors: Chloe Aldridge has been recording bees and wasps for about 6 years in Cheshire\, including with Cheshire Bee Group\, and through previous work as Monitoring Officer for Cheshire’s Local Environmental Records Centre. Leanna Dixon is the Assistant Entomologist on the Tanyptera Project at World Museum. She specialises in insect identification and recording with an emphasis on bees and wasps. Chloe and Leanna founded the Cheshire Bee Group in 2019.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/introtobees/
LOCATION:Ness Botanic Gardens\, Ness\, CH64 4AY
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250315T094540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T094540Z
UID:22976-1747389600-1747411200@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Cross Hill Quarry Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:A Lancashire Wildlife Trust site. A mosaic of woodland and small meadows with limestone plants like fairy flax\, mouse-ear hawkweed and lady’s bedstraw grow alongside fragrant wild herbs like thyme and marjoram. The river Ribble runs next to the reserve and there is an opportunity to explore sand and coarser sediment at the banks. \nThere are no facilities\, and there are no shops etc. nearby. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is a severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/crosshill/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250315T094546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T085702Z
UID:22973-1746784800-1746806400@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Beacon Country Park Invertebrate Recording Day
DESCRIPTION:*please note that the date has now changed form 2nd to 9th May* \nBeacon Country Park is a 300 acre site across the slopes of Ashurst Beacon between Upholland\, Dalton and Skelmersdale. The site consists of wildflower meadows\, ponds\, ditches\, an orchard and areas of semi-natural woodland. There are toilet facilities\, parking and a café on site. \n​Please be aware that whilst we welcome invertebrate recorders of all experience levels\, our recording days are not taught or guided sessions. (Check out our webinars/workshops here). \nEvents will be subject to cancellation if there is severe weather forecast. \nBooking essential: Further details regarding meeting place etc. will be circulated before the day.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/beacon-2/
CATEGORIES:Recording Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250428T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250428T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20240910T102933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T145710Z
UID:21904-1745868600-1745874000@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mosquitoes Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Book here. \nMosquitoes are one of the most infamous of all insects\, almost entirely because of a single feature of their behaviour\, the taste for blood! They are synonymous with nuisance biting and the spread of disease that causes huge numbers of deaths around the world each year. However\, blood feeding plays only a small part in their lifecycle and not all mosquitoes are a pain to the public. Many are useful contributors to our ecosystems\, but how do you know which ones to worry about and which to encourage? Unusually\, we know surprisingly little about these creatures in the UK\, but biologists are steadily teasing this mystery apart. This webinar will deliver an introduction to the species found in the UK\, and several potential new species that are knocking on the door. We will also touch on life cycles\, methods of identification\, with tips on how to find them in the field. \nTutor Information: Thom Dallimore is an independent researcher with a PhD on mosquito ecology and genetics and has spent 20 years working in both the conservation and academic sectors. He is a well-established entomologist and an associate of the World Museum and Edge Hill University. He is involved with research into the UK mosquitoes\, working closely with the UK Health Security Agency. \nThis session will run on Zoom. If you are new to Zoom you will need to create a Zoom account and download their software. This is all free and you can do so here. \nYou can use a laptop/desktop computer\, smartphone or tablet and it isn’t necessary to have a webcam or microphone to participate. \nFurther info on how to join a zoom meeting can be found here.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/mosquitoeswebinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250414T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20250129T143427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T143427Z
UID:22631-1744659000-1744664400@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Assassin Bugs & Damsel Bugs Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Book here. \nThe Assassin Bugs (Reduviidae) and the Damsel Bugs (Nabidae) are two important groups of predatory terrestrial bugs but are relatively small in terms of species numbers in Britain and Ireland. The Assassin Bugs comprise of 10 species\, including charismatic species such as the Fly Bug (or ‘Masked Bedbug Hunter’) and the Heath Assassin Bug. The 13 Damsel Bug species occupy a wide range of habitats among which are the Reed\, Heath and Tree Damsel Bugs. We will be looking closely at their identification\, particularly the commoner ones\, along with details of their biology and distribution during this webinar. \nTutor Information: Jim Flanagan has been the recorder for true bugs (covering the shieldbugs\, plantbugs\, groundbugs and other groups along with plant and leafhoppers) for the Sorby Natural History Society (based in Sheffield) for around twenty years. He is also organiser for the national recording scheme for Plantbugs and allied families. \nThis session will run on Zoom. If you are new to Zoom you will need to create a Zoom account and download their software. This is all free and you can do so here. \nYou can use a laptop/desktop computer\, smartphone or tablet and it isn’t necessary to have a webcam or microphone to participate. \nFurther info on how to join a zoom meeting can be found here.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/assassinbugs/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250411T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T015306
CREATED:20241126T123141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T123141Z
UID:22386-1744367400-1744387200@www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk
SUMMARY:Leafhoppers & Allies Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Book here \nThis one-day workshop will be an introduction to those members of the plant-feeding Hemiptera (bugs) that are leafhoppers\, planthoppers\, froghoppers and treehoppers (collectively known as Auchenorrhyncha). There are over 400 species in this group of insects in Britain\, supported by an active national recording scheme and collation of records through iRecord. No prior knowledge of this group of insects will be assumed\, but anyone with some experience will also be welcome. Participants are encouraged to bring their own specimens to work on or to have their identifications checked. World Museum has an excellent and extensive collection of Auchenorrhyncha which participants will be able to refer to. \nOur tutor: Alan Stewart teaches and does research at the University of Sussex and has coordinated the national recording scheme (www.ledra.co.uk) for this group of insects for over 30 years. He is a verifier for the group on iRecord\, co-writes an annual report for British Wildlife and contributes information on the group to various national conservation initiatives including Pantheon\, Species Recovery Programmes and IUCN Red Listing.
URL:https://www.northwestinvertebrates.org.uk/event/leafhoppers/
LOCATION:World Museum\, William Brown Street\, Liverpool\, England\, L3 8EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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