Course Title

Mammal Identification: Techniques for Beginners.

The Programme

This beginners course is designed to provide individuals with skills to further their ability to identify and understand UK mammal species and their conservation requirements.

The course is aimed at those with a general interest or those starting their careers in ecological surveying to those who just want to know more about the different mammals that can be found in the UK.

What You Study

• The different species found in the UK (both native and introduced)
• Identification points and ecology of UK mammal species (using skulls, frozen specimens and owl pellet analysis)
• Surveying for mammals using field signs
• Live surveying and in-hand identification of small mammals species
• Legislation applying to mammal species in the UK

Special Features

• Handling of species (live and frozen) for close-up identification knowledge
• A fully qualified tutor in mammal identification, ecology and surveying
• Hands on practical sessions throughout the course

People who take this Course could go on to

Various qualifications in Countryside Management

Entry Requirements

No prior knowledge required.

Duration

1 weekend.

Cost per Person

£138

Location

Bishop Burton College.

How to Apply

To book a place or request further information; call now on 01964 553034 or email servicestobusiness@bishopburton.ac.uk with your requirements.