This is a beginner to intermediate course focusing on the ecology of the Hazel Dormouse for anyone with a professional or strong amateur interest in the species. The course will spend much of the days in the field and will cover Hazel Dormouse ecology, survey techniques and habitat management requirements.
This short course will introduce you to the complex ecology of Dormice and explore ways to conserve them. It will also provide an opportunity to experience surveying and monitoring skills for this species.
This course will cover:
- The ecology of Dormice and reasons for their scarcity
- Surveying methods such as looking for nibbled hazelnuts and dormouse nests, using footprint tunnels, nest tubes and nest boxes
- Habitat management and conservation strategies for Dormice
- Interpreting the legislation protecting Dormice
For further details and to book, please visit the Field Studies Council website.