Kerry Calloway (Earthworm Society of Britain) takes us on a 44-year journey through Darwin’s research into earthworms, their intelligence and ecological importance.
Author Archives: Keiron Brown
Local Nature Recovery Strategies: Update and Challenges
Delve into Local Nature Recovery Strategies with case studies from environmental professionals.
Leeches: Life History and Identification
Craig Macadam (Buglife) delves into the fascinating world of leeches, with guidance on identifying British species.
The Return of the Native: The Great Fox-spider in Britain
Mike Waite (Surrey Wildlife Trust) delves into the fascinating story of the Great Fox-spider – an invertebrate that was feared to be lost from the UK until recently.
Showcase Butterflies: Expanding Networks of Farmers & Biological Recorders
Dr Stuart Edwards (University of Reading) discusses his work connecting farmers and biological recorders to monitor farmland butterflies.
The Importance of BNG Data for Local Planning Authorities
Paul Mellow (Transport For London) presents the importance of data for local authorities when applying the requirements of the Environment Act for Biodiversity Net Gain purposes.
Day To Day Uses of Species Records in the Environment Agency
Marina Flamank illustrates 10 routine uses of species records in operational activities of the Environment Agency.
Better Together: LERCs and Nature Partnerships, An Example From Lincolnshire
Charlotte Phillips presents a case study showcasing how embedding the Local Environmental Record Centre within a Local Nature Partnership has enabled a range of successful projects in Lincolnshire.
Networks for Nature: How DBRC data is creating more species-friendly highways
Adam Falconer discusses how using local biological records and land use data to model species dispersal through a landscape is aiding in targeted habitat restoration to improve connectivity in Devon.
Local Biodiversity Data Virtual Symposium
Join us for a knowledge-sharing event about different ways that biodiversity data held by Local Environmental Record centres can be used.