This beginner Natterjack toad course covers the identification and ecology of this protected species, as well as survey techniques. This course is aimed at environmental consultants, land agents, and planners, but anyone with an interest in Natterjack toads is welcome to attend!
This beginner course will cover all aspects of Natterjack toad ecology, surveying, and licensing. The course will combine classroom and field learning techniques, allowing you to gain confidence in Natterjack identification and an understanding of licensing issues and ecology. You will visit Natterjack toad sites to look for Natterjack toads at different life stages. If the weather conditions are favourable, we would hope to see and hear adult males calling around the breeding pools! You will be visiting ponds at night to count amphibians, so a good torch is an essential piece of equipment.
Tutor: Andrew Hampson
Andrew currently works as a Reserves Officer for Lancashire Wildlife Trust and previously worked for Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust for 4 years. For almost 7 years, Andrew has been delivering training courses, undertaking monitoring and coordinating volunteers in the monitoring of natterjack toads.
Tutor: Jack Harper
Jack has been with the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust for three years, initially working in the reserve management team before transitioning to his current role as Amphibian Conservation Officer. A major focus of his work is overseeing the Natterjack Toad Recovery Programme, a key initiative in the Trust’s efforts to conserve this endangered species.