Natural History of Alpine areas in Britain and Europe
After many years of being fascinated by alpine plants and visiting Alpine areas from the Arctic to the Pyrenees, I have amassed a large number of pictures of not only alpines but many other alpine organisms .to be able to weave a story about this habitat
Wildlife of the Iberian Peninsula
A general view of the highlights of wildlife and their habitats throughout the whole Iberian Peninsula
Wildlife North of the Arctic Circle
The prospect of 24 hr daylight means that many birds migrate here to breed and plant and insect growth can be abundant. But many species are adapted to live here all year round and that means coping with 24hr darkness and fearsome low temperatures. The lecture explores all this and the fascinating adaptations which allow organisms to cope
Macronesia - The Atlantic's Galapagos
The Atlantic islands of the Azores, Canaries, Madeira and Cape Verde provide fantastic evidence for evolution as well as an interesting blend of African and European wildlife. However development poses a threat to many species and they may become extinct before they are recognised as such.
Wildlife of the Great Mediterranean Deltas
The huge deltas of the Po in Italy, the Camargue (Rhone) in France and in Spain the Coto Donana (Guadalquivir) and Ebro are just havens for wetland wildlife. However they are under threat too from agricultural and municipal development. Expect heroms, waders and marsh birds in profusion.
Mediterranaean Wildlife Highlights
General view of the Mediterranean area With a look at iconic species. The role of man in the ecology of this environment
Spring in Eastern Poland
Bielowicza and Biebrza provide ancient woodlands and superb wetlands and a cast of species many of whom are eastern specialities
The Magic of the Pyrenees
This magnificent mountain chain is home to a wealth of wildlife. Soaring vultures, a huge variety of insects and of course fabulous alpine plants.
Birding in the Scandinavian Tundra and Taiga
One of many Scandivanian lectures. This one specialising in birds..
In Search of the Great Grey Owl
Wildlife in Scandinavian Pine forests (Taiga). Can be combined with a comparison with Scottish Caledonian Forest
The Spanish Steppes - wildlife in Extremadura
Bustards, Eagles, Vultures and much more in this wild area of Spain
A Sheepish Story from the Spanish Steppes
A lecture spending much more time looking at Eagles, Vultures and other birds of prey with a few other birdy specialities of the region to make a break from the gore! Hopefully I will show how bird photography at a fixed site can tell us quite a bit about what is going on!
Spring in Andalucia
Flowers, birds, big insects and raptor migration across the Straits of Gibraltar
Spring in Cyprus
Cyprus is a great place in Spring as there is a succession of migrants and where they stop for a few days. The majority are eastern species and where else can you see three species of Black and White Flycatchers in almost the same bush. Island endemics too.
