The Bats of Sussex – Ecology, Biology and Conservation - Crawley (17/08/2023)

Tutor:  Ryan Greaves

Learn about the incredible biology of Bats, the only mammal capable of true flight, and their evolutionary history.  Look at their adaptation to a nocturnal lifestyle and the fascinating array of feeding styles found across the world. 

We will look at the species found in Sussex, which includes all 18 resident UK species, discussing their anatomy, distribution and population status. We will discuss survey techniques, specifically acoustic surveying and call identification. We will address Bat trapping and radiotracking, as a means of understanding distribution.

Location:  Meet at the entrance to the Tilgate Park Nature Centre, Tilgate Drive, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 5PQ

Booking essential

(c) Hugh Clark -  Young Brown Long-eared Bat