Discover Nature @ Ness: Creatures of the Garden
1:00pm - 2:00pm /
Tuesday 27th August 2024
Type: Lecture /
Category: Research
- 0151 795 6300
- Melissa Whitehouse
- Suitable for: Everybody aged 12+, no background in science needed
- Admission: FREE
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Every Tuesday this August, join scientists and vets from the University of Liverpool to discover more about the amazing natural world. In these free public talks, we’ll explore a different fascinating topic each week, from creatures of the garden down to the tiny world of insects! Talks are open to everyone aged 12+ and no background in science is needed.
This week's theme: Creatures of the Garden.
Bird Ringing at Ness Gardens
John Elliott
I will discuss the Nest Box scheme at Ness Gardens and the bird ringing demonstrations we hold during school holidays. These demonstrations provide a unique, hands-on experience for attendees of all ages. We will cover the health and safety measures we take to protect the birds, the people attending, and the bird ringers. The talk will highlight well-known bird species and explain why it is important to closely monitor them. This talk is perfect for bird enthusiasts, conservation supporters, and anyone interested in wildlife. Learn about the important work being done at Ness Gardens to help preserve bird populations.
Red Squirrel Grey Squirrel - The Pox
Dr Julian Chantrey
Why have red squirrels been replaced by grey squirrels over the last 100 years across the UK? I will discuss how squirrelpox spreads, its effects on squirrels, and the ongoing research aimed at finding solutions. Discover the critical work being done to combat squirrelpox and preserve this iconic species.
This week's theme: Creatures of the Garden.
Bird Ringing at Ness Gardens
John Elliott
I will discuss the Nest Box scheme at Ness Gardens and the bird ringing demonstrations we hold during school holidays. These demonstrations provide a unique, hands-on experience for attendees of all ages. We will cover the health and safety measures we take to protect the birds, the people attending, and the bird ringers. The talk will highlight well-known bird species and explain why it is important to closely monitor them. This talk is perfect for bird enthusiasts, conservation supporters, and anyone interested in wildlife. Learn about the important work being done at Ness Gardens to help preserve bird populations.
Red Squirrel Grey Squirrel - The Pox
Dr Julian Chantrey
Why have red squirrels been replaced by grey squirrels over the last 100 years across the UK? I will discuss how squirrelpox spreads, its effects on squirrels, and the ongoing research aimed at finding solutions. Discover the critical work being done to combat squirrelpox and preserve this iconic species.