Dr Pip Jollands explained to Coastwise members how such BioBlitz species counts are a vital contribution to ecology. The Woolacombe BioBlitz, organised by Coastwise with support from the Big Lottery Fund, NT, DWT, MBA and many others, on 7th September
We already knew it, but ecologist Robert Irving amply demonstrated to Coastwise members Lundy’s exceptional qualities in an excellent presentation ranging from the history of Lundy’s marine protection to the wide range of habitats and the marine life which they
Coastwise members include many who are keen on birding, so Tim Jones (one of the two Tims of “The Birds of Lundy” fame) received a warm welcome. Tim’s ulterior motive was recruitment of Wetland Bird Survey volunteers for the 2
Did you know that British Seas can give African wildlife’s Big Five a run for their money? Think Basking Shark, Killer Whale, Fin Whale, Sun Fish and perhaps surprisingly the Bootlace Worm – stretching up to an amazing 55m. All
Well, not exactly hedgehogs, but hedgehog skins to be precise. This is the translation of the Latin name Echinoderm which covers starfish and sea urchins. Coastwise heard all about this group of animals, which is so distinctive that it occupies
"Well done !" to the programme organisers. The Spring 2014 programme is full of interest and authoritative speakers. Everything from wetlands bird surveys to marine biodiversity, with topics such as fish biology, shoreline species affected by climate change, and scallops
Although the BioBlitz was the highlight of the year and occupied a lot on Coastwise time and effort, members did a lot of other things. Read all about in the Chairs’ report on 2013.
John Walters is a naturalist, artist and author based in South-West Dartmoor. He’s talked to us before and received a great reception, so there was no hesitation in asking him back with a new topic about (mainly) insect life. As
When you greet your partner or an old friend, you may give them a kiss…..unless you happen to be a seal, when you will smell their ears ! This was one of the strange and interesting facts that Coastwise
