Crayfish Ecology & Identification

Date / Time

Start date: 

Fri, 27/07/2018 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Summary: 

This course provides an introduction to crayfish ecology and identification. We will look at the known distribution in Essex and the ecology of native and non-native crayfish species. By the end of the day participants will be able to distinguish the three species found in Essex – our native White-clawed Crayfish and the invasive Signal Crayfish and Turkish Crayfish. Participants will also be acutely aware of the risks of transferring Crayfish Plague from river to river and of measures to prevent its spread (drying/sterilising equipment, boots, nets etc.).

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Booking details

Booking required?: 

Yes

Capacity: 

20

Admission charge: 

No

Admission details: 

£30 donation per person

Audience: 

Adults

Joining instructions: 

<p> Booking is essential. To book a place please contact us on 01621 862960 or Reception@essexwt.org.uk</p>

Contact number: 

01621 862960

Contact email: 

Reception@essexwt.org.uk

Fully booked: 

No

Cancelled: 

No

Other details

Mobility: 

People with limited mobility please contact organiser in advance

Wheelchair: 

Wheelchair users please contact organiser in advance

What to bring?: 

Notepad and pencil/pen - Please bring a packed lunch - Suitable outdoor clothing for site and survey work, waders if possible (otherwise wellies). IMPORTANT!!! – To reduce the risk of transferring the lethal (for native crayfish) disease Crayfish Plague, all wellies/waders must be completely dry (sun dried >3 days) with all mud/grit removed from the sole. In addition, we will provide Virkon steriliser.

Address

Location: 

Stebbing Village Hill

County: 

Essex

Postcode: 

CM6 3SL

Town: 

Dunmow

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