
Learn how to provide a space for wildlife in your garden and community spaces with Buglife’s Conservation Officer, Caitlin McLeod, and British Trust for Ornithology, Hazel McCambridge.
The four basic needs of wildlife are food, water, shelter, and air. Shelter is important for providing a safe space for wildlife from the elements and other wildlife.
It enables animals to hide from predators and avoid over-exposure to harsh weather conditions, such as rain, wind, heat, and cold. It provides a safe space to breed, rear young, sleep, hibernate or rest on migratory routes. Certain shelters, like deadwood or hedgerows, also provide food or ideal conditions for hunting and foraging. Providing shelter in gardens and green spaces helps support biodiversity and ensures wildlife can thrive despite habitat loss and urban development.
We’ll consider two types of shelter: bird boxes and deadwood. We’ll discuss how and why these are important features within gardens and what you can do to incorporate them into your own garden.
- Beginner’s Guide to Garden Bird Nest Boxes with Hazel McCambridge (British Trust for Ornithology)
- Make Your Garden Alive with Deadwood with Caitlin McLeod (Buglife)
Find out more and book your place on the event page.
Date: Thursday 13th February, 2025 - 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organiser: The Biological Recording Company
Booking: Book your place on The Biological Recording Company's Eventbrite page.
Location: Online