Thursday 20 February 2020

Butterfly Volunteers needed - Manx Wildlife Trust



Followers of this Blog know that I record butterflies at Ballachurry Reserve on an almost weekly basis throughout the spring and summer. Looking out for these beautiful creatures as I walk round the Reserve is an enjoyable, relaxing pastime but one which, as "citizen science", also provides useful information about our butterflies here on the Isle of Man.

The Manx Wildlife Trust is hoping to recruit more volunteers for butterfly recording on its other Reserves and near visitor centres such as Scarlett. You don't need to be an expert on butterflies to take part as tuition will be given and my personal experience tells me that it doesn't take long to recognise the 19 or so species that we have here on the Island.  Recording could be done on a rota basis so it is not a huge commitment.

If this appeals to you, you can learn more by contacting Dawn on education@manxwt.org.uk or Sarah, the Volunteers Officer on sarah@manxwt.org.uk

Go on! Give it a go! I'm sure you'll enjoy it.