Dormouse Ecology and Surveying is an introductory-level, self-study course that will provide a useful first step towards gaining your dormouse handling licence. This course will give you a thorough understanding of Dormouse ecology and the techniques used to survey them. We will provide you with all the key information you need when working towards your dormouse training licence. Once you have completed the course, your trainer can sign the appropriate sections of your Dormouse Training Log.
As a UK-protected species, understanding dormouse ecology and surveying is key for any ecologist, conservationist or land manager likely to come across them.
During the course we will cover:
- Dormouse ID, ecology and conservation
- Legislation
- Habitat Management
- Survey techniques
- Nut and nest ID
- Principles of handling, aging, sexing and weighing dormice
- How to carry out a dormouse nest box check
- How to set up a dormouse nest tube survey
Our experienced tutor will give you the knowledge to work confidently towards your licence, manage habitats appropriately or learn more about these endearing creatures.
This a comprehensive course with a lot of content. Allow time to stop the videos frequently to make notes and do further reading as directed.
Allow 4-5 hours to complete this course.
Module 1
Dormouse Ecology and Surveying – Part 1
Module 2
Dormouse Ecology and Surveying – Part 2
Module 3
Dormouse Ecology and Surveying END OF COURSE QUIZ
There are two videos:
Dormouse Ecology and Surveying – Playing time 2 hrs 5 mins.
Surveying for Dormice Playing time 1hr
There is also a handout of the session. At the end of the course, there will be a quiz, if you get over 70% you will receive a Certificate.
Very flexible to complete the course, provided the information to tick off aspects of the dormouse workbook.
I enjoyed it very much, Sue is a very good teacher and extremely knowledgeable
Fantastic opportunity to gain more theory and practical knowledge about one of the UK’s most adorable species!
Great course – very interesting and practical, in a great location
Value for money, very enjoyable, went home feeling I had learned more than enough to take forward further work
Tutor was experienced and knowledgeable as well as approachable. Field visit was great, good practical experience and everyone got turns checking nest boxes.
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