If you go down to the woods today….
Wildlife and management of Britain’s’ deciduous woodlands, the most diverse habitat in the UK
Midnight Sun and Norfolk Winter
Arctic wildlife which spend some time in Norfolk. Why do they make this huge journey?
Wildlife of Chalk and Limestone Grassland
Mostly flowers and butterflies of this rich habitat. Can be varied to suit location
Heathlands - their wildlife and conservation
The origins of heaths, the adaptations of the heathland plant community, the fascinating assemblage of animals to be found on heaths – reptiles, birds, and insects. Can be Norfolk Heaths or Heathlands in general in UK
The UK's Islands - Our own Galapagos
Island field mice and voles provide evidence for evolution. Understanding the species concept and speciation. Other wildlife, including waders of the Machair and of course seabirds. Can feature Hebrides, Orkney, Welsh Islands and the Scillies
The Great Caledonian Pine Forest
Britains Taiga?
The Caledonian Pine forest of Scotland is Britain's only example of the Taiga- the vast coniferous forest belt of the Northern Hemisphere. A distinctive and fascinating flora and fauna lives here. Britain's other pine forests, planted by man, are not so diverse, some have had a devastating environmental impact, but others have provided refuges for taiga species outside their normal range.
Wildlife of Upland Britain
Whilst not as diverse and exciting as other alpine areas of Europe, Britain's uplands have a surprisingly interesting flora and fauna. They are also at their very top Tundtra-like
Wetlands
This can be a general talk on rivers, fens, reed beds etc and their wildlife and conservation. Altenatively more specific to a habitat type like Mires. fens and bogs, or a region like the Broads
Wild About Norfolk
A celebration of the biodiversity of this spectacular county .More detailed versions available about specific regions of Norfolk. See next lecture for an example
Wild about Breckland
An example of the "Wild about" series. This one is about the very special region of Norfolk called Breckland - originally a steppe-type grassland created by Neolithic woodland clearance but also a natural post glacial habitat on poor calcareous sandy soils. A lot has happened since to create a varied mosaic of habitats with a diverse flora and fauna
Others in the Wild about series are: Ancient Woodland, North Norfolk Coast, The Broads.
Wildlife on the Verge
Roadside verges and hedges are a very significant potential area for wildlife, but they are not well managed. See what you are missing as you drive down our roads and lanes.
Coastal Wildlife lectures
This Coastal Fringe lecture looks at all forms of UK coastal wildlife and their adaptations. However specialist lectures are available for specific aspects eg Sandy/ Shingle Shore (Sand Dune & Shingle Wildlife and Ecology), Muddy Shores (Salt Marsh Species and Ecology, and Rocky Shore. It is also possible to combine any of these eg Sand & Mud.
The Broads - A major UK Wetland
The Norfolk Broads have a fascinating history and a wonderful variety of wildlife including species that are found nowhere else in Britain. This lecture delves into both aspects, but can go futher depending on the time required!