February Wildlife
Lichens Bundle
Although lichens are visible all year round, winter is a really good time to look, as branches are bare and plants have died down. You could even monitor your local air quality, as lichens are well known as natural indicators of the health of our environment.
Urban lichens 1 guide
- Features 49 lichens found on trees and wood (like fences, gates and park benches)
- Also includes an easy-to-use visual key
Urban lichens 2 guide
- Features 49 lichens found on stones and soil
- Also includes an easy-to-use visual key
Using a Lichen Based Index to Nitrogen Air Quality guide
- Explore changing local air quality by looking for indicator lichens
- Use the lichen species present on oak and birch trees to calculate the lichen indictor score
WildID guides measure 25 x 18 cm when folded up and are lightweight enough to pop into your bag when heading outside. All guides are laminated to protect against moisture and mud, and are easy to wipe clean.