Beetle Field Recorder Day

T﻿he Biological Recording Company provide a range of events focused on educating and training biological recorders and biodiversity professionals in the United Kingdom.entoLIVE Webinarsare free 1-hour virtual events exploring the science of insects and other invertebrates. Each webinar will feature an invertebrate scientist and are suitable for adults of all abilities – a passion for invertebrates is all that’s required!V﻿irtual Symposiumsexplore a subject in more detail through a series of talks from subject experts. These longer events have a small charge and are often available with an 'earlybird' discount.F﻿ield Recorder Daysare 1-day events where experienced and novice recorders come together to record the wildlife of a site. Records are generally collated through iRecord and shared with the site manager, Local Environmental Record Centre and relevant National Recording Schemes/Societies.E﻿arthworm Training Coursescover topics such as biology, ecology, sampling techniques and identification.

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Join Connor Butler to help record the beetles of Hammersmith Park and Wormholt Park (Hammersmith & Fulham)

Hammersmith Park

Entomology (Insects)

It's estimated that over 90% of all animals are insects. Current insect events include bees, flies, wasps, dragonflies & damselflies, mayflies, grasshoppers and beetles.

Field Recorder Days

Field Recorder Days involve visiting a site to make field observations and collect specimens for identification at a later date. Beginners through to experts are welcome. Individual events may cover a broad range of species or focus on a specific group.

London Courses and Events

A list of biological recording training courses, study days and field recorder days taking place locations across London.

Beetles are vitally important insects that contribute significantly to biodiversity and ecosystem health. Many species help recycle nutrients by breaking down leaf litter and deadwood, while others control pests in gardens and parks, and others are pollinators. London’s brownfield sites, green spaces, and waterways provide refuges for specialist and rare beetles that are declining elsewhere, and the city is also often an entry point for species new to Britain. Recording beetle species enables site managers to identify and protect important habitats and maintain the ecological balance of our green spaces.

On this Field Recorder Day, we invite you to join fellow nature enthusiasts for a day dedicated to finding, identifying, and recording beetles in a relaxed and supportive setting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced naturalist, this event offers a great opportunity to share knowledge, build confidence in biological recording, and refine your identification skills – all with guidance from beetle specialist Connor Butler.

<h3>What will the day involve?</h3><ul><li>Hands-on experience using different methods to collect and record a variety of beetle families.</li><li>Practical training in specimen collection and preservation.</li><li>Guidance on identifying beetles in the field and understanding which specimens require further examination under a microscope.</li><li>A chance to connect with like-minded individuals who share an interest in entomology and wildlife recording.</li></ul>

<h3>What do I need to know in advance?</h3><ul><li>This event is aimed at adults only.</li><li>Attendance is free but booking is essential.</li><li>Invertebrate recorders of all abilities are welcome.</li><li>Identification will take place in the field whenever possible, but some invertebrate specimens may need to be collected and preserved for accurate identification with a microscope.</li><li>We'll be outside for the whole day so please bring suitable clothing for the weather.</li><li>Please bring food for the day with you (i.e. a packed lunch).</li><li>All records generated will be added to iRecord in order to share our findings with the site managers, Greenspace Information for Greater London (GiGL), London Natural History Society (LNHS) and relevant national recording schemes and societies.</li><li>Check out our ‘Info for Field Recorder Day Attendees’ website page for more info (including instructions for setting up on iRecord): <a href="https://biologicalrecording.co.uk/info-for-field-recorder-day-attendees/" title="https://biologicalrecording.co.uk/info-for-field-recorder-day-attendees/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://biologicalrecording.co.uk/info-for-field-recorder-day-attendees/</a></li></ul>

<h3>Connor Butler (Beetle Specialist)</h3>Connor Butler is an entomologist specialising in beetles and deadwood invertebrates. He is the former Head of Learning at Chelsea Physic Garden – London’s oldest botanic garden – and has also studied dung beetles across London’s parks. He<a href="https://connorbutler.co.uk/" title="https://connorbutler.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> leads nature walks across London</a>, and has encouraged over 10,000 people to take time to appreciate the smallest details in nature and to love the often unloved species of our planet. His recent work focuses on “Queer Ecology“, challenging perceptions of what is considered natural or unnatural and aiming to break down the barriers that minority groups face when accessing nature. You can learn about Connor's work through his Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/connor_the_ecologist/" title="https://www.instagram.com/connor_the_ecologist/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@connor_the_ecologist</a>.

<h3>Hammersmith Park and Wormholt Park</h3>This Field Recorder Day will take place at two location within the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.:<ul><li>Hammersmith Park is a compact but varied park that sits beside the Historic BBC buildings and the former Blue Peter Garden' The park is perhaps best known for the 'Japanese Garden of Peace’ within it, but also contains wilder areas including a small lake and stream, wooded areas, and a small grassy meadow. More info about Hammersmith Park can be found <a href="https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/sports-and-parks/parks-and-open-spaces/hammersmith-park" title="https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/sports-and-parks/parks-and-open-spaces/hammersmith-park" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> and <a href="https://www.goparks.london/park/hammersmith-park/" title="https://www.goparks.london/park/hammersmith-park/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</li><li>Wormholt Park is located 10-minutes walk to the west and is a slightly larger, more or less rectangular park. Its biodiversity highlights include a wildflower meadow and a deadwood loggery. More information about Wormholt Park can be found <a href="https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/sports-and-parks/parks-and-open-spaces/wormholt-park" title="https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/sports-and-parks/parks-and-open-spaces/wormholt-park" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> and <a href="https:// https://www.goparks.london/park/wormholt-park/" title="https:// https://www.goparks.london/park/wormholt-park/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</li></ul>

This event is being delivered by the <a href="https://biologicalrecording.co.uk/" title="https://biologicalrecording.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Biological Recording Company</a> in partnership with <a href="https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/" title="https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hammersmith and Fulham Council</a> and the <a href="https://lnhs.org.uk/" title="https://lnhs.org.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">London Natural History Society (LNHS)</a>.

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