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Mammal Society Local Groups Conference 2024: Semi-aquatic mammals

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This year's Mammal Society Local Groups Conference is focused on semi-aquatic mammals and their habitat. We'll be looking at beavers, otters, water shrews, water voles and the invasive American mink. Join to hear expert speakers provide updates on the conservation status of species, emerging threats and exciting developments in restoration projects. Gain insight into techniques for monitoring semi-aquatic mammals, and share learning and ideas between local groups.

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CalMac Ferry Crossings

Mammal Societies first Youth Ambassadors recently spent a week up in the Scottish Highlands - hear from YA Meg about her experience! 5 Min Read

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Local Groups Forum recap: beavers

This August we hosted our second Local Groups Forum which was all about beavers. Alana Skilbeck and Holly Usher from the Beaver Trust joined us to talk about how local groups can support beaver protection and restoration across the UK. It was attended by a wide range of counties across the UK including Kent, North East Scotland, Shropshire, Devon, Sussex, Staffordshire and Essex. 5 Min Read

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Summer Events and Engagement

It’s been a whirlwind of activity with school visits and engagement events this summer! Read on for updates from Education and Training Officer Fiona on what she’s been up to. 5 Minute Read.

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Local Groups Forum recap: Invasive and non-native species

May saw the kick-off of our first Local Groups Forum during Invasive and Non-Native Species Week (INNS), attended by a wide range of counties across the UK including Wiltshire, North East Scotland, Cornwall, Devon, Sussex, Ceredigion, Staffordshire, Somerset, and Perthshire. 5 Min Read

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Is eradication of invasive mink now possible?

We are pleased to share this insightful post about mink eradication written by Darren Tansley who is the Chairman of UK Water Vole Steering Group and Wilder Rivers and Protected Species Manager at Essex Wildlife Trust. 10 Min Read

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