Discover the latest wildlife research in our free online talks with scientists and specialists
Learn about wildlife, ecology and conservation through free webinars that bring the latest research to wider audiences. The Biological Recording Company’s free webinar series provide a platform for researchers, conservationists and professionals to share their work in an engaging and accessible way, making current science available to everyone with an interest in the natural world.
From invertebrates and marine life to conservation and environmental technology, our free webinar series connects thousands of people with the latest discoveries, ideas and practical applications from across the natural history sector.
entoLIVE
Making invertebrate research accessible
entoLIVE is our flagship webinar series, giving invertebrate researchers a platform to share their latest discoveries with audiences beyond academia. From bees, beetles, butterflies and dragonflies to spiders, earthworms, molluscs, leeches and tardigrades, and much more, the series explores the remarkable diversity of invertebrate life alongside topics such as conservation, citizen science, biological recording and climate change.
With popular subjects attracting more than 1,000 bookings per event, entoLIVE has become one of the UK’s leading natural history webinar programmes.
entoLIVE webinars provide opportunities to:
- Discover the latest invertebrate research
- Hear directly from researchers
- Explore a diverse range of species and topics
- Ask questions during live presentations
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Curlew Webinars
Supporting curlew conservation through shared knowledge
Delivered in partnership with Curlew Action, the Curlew webinar series brings together researchers, conservationists, land managers and practitioners to share the latest knowledge on one of the UK’s most iconic and threatened birds.
Covering topics including curlew ecology, conservation projects, threats and current research, the series makes the latest developments in curlew conservation accessible to anyone with an interest in protecting this remarkable species.
Curlew webinars provide opportunities to:
- Learn about curlew ecology and conservation
- Hear from researchers and conservation practitioners working on this iconic species
- Explore current projects and recovery initiatives
- Ask questions during live presentations
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ecoTECH Webinars
Discover technology supporting wildlife and conservation
ecoTECH webinars explore the technologies, tools and approaches being used to support ecological research, wildlife monitoring and biological recording.
Covering topics from digital tools and survey methods to emerging approaches in conservation, these webinars highlight how technology is helping us better understand and protect the natural world.
ecoTECH webinars provide opportunities to:
- Discover new ecological technologies
- Explore innovative approaches to monitoring wildlife
- Learn from professionals using technology in practice
- Understand how digital tools support conservation
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Explore recordings from past series
Discover recordings from previous webinar series that continue to provide free access to research, conservation projects and inspiring stories from across the natural world.
marineLIVE explored marine wildlife, ecosystems and conservation challenges through presentations from researchers and practitioners. Topics included seahorses, coral ecosystems, marine pollution, sustainable fisheries and the impacts of human activity on ocean environments.
Biodiversity Villages, Towns & Neighbourhoods showcased approaches to creating more nature-rich places for people and wildlife. The series explored community-led conservation, urban biodiversity, habitat creation and projects helping to improve biodiversity across local areas.
Who are our free webinars for?
Beginner naturalists
Discover new wildlife topics and broaden your knowledge of the natural world.
Biological recorders
Expand your understanding of wildlife and ecology while exploring potential career paths and specialist subjects.
Conservation volunteers
Explore conservation projects, research and practical approaches from across the sector.
Ecologists and professionals
Keep up to date with current topics, emerging ideas and environmental technologies.
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