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Freshwater invertebrates are a diverse and vital part of aquatic ecosystems in the UK, inhabiting rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands. These diverse animals include insects, molluscs, crustaceans, and leeches. They play a key role in food webs and are often used as indicators for water quality. This self-led course equips participants with essential identification skills for studying freshwater invertebrates. Providing an introduction to the main taxonomic groups commonly found in the UK’s freshwater habitats, this Freshwater Invertebrates course will help you develop a deeper understanding of their diversity and ecological importance.
This is a two-hour self-led online course covering three topics. Each topic will contain a number of self-led resources to work through at your own pace. The topics covered include:
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Discover integrated weed, pest, and disease management for amenity spaces. This module highlights the importance of weed control on transport networks for safety and the significance of clean, weed-free pavements and streets for maintaining healthy conditions. Furthermore, it addresses the need for…
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Learn strategies for managing water and air pollution in the amenity environment, including exploring sustainable options and applying Life Cycle Analysis (LCA). Learning from expert insights and real-world case studies, this course delves into practical approaches to mitigate environmental…
Flexible learning
Explore wildlife and habitat management in amenity areas, addressing key drivers, clarifying biodiversity concepts, discussing proactive habitat management strategies. The course clarifies the often-misapplied term "biodiversity" and discusses strategies for better habitat management through…
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Gain an understanding for the foundational principles of sustainability and policy in the amenity sector, exploring key regulations, codes, and national targets for effective management practices.
Restoring Hardknott Forest Volunteer Day
Big Give Green Match Fund appeal
Creating a bigger haven for nature and people at Dam Mire (webinar)
