Wildlife Detectives: Owl Pellet Dissections

About this event

Ever wondered what an owl had for dinner? Join us for a fascinating hands-on workshop where you’ll become a wildlife detective! In this family-friendly session, you’ll carefully examine real owl pellets and discover the tiny bones, skulls, and other clues hidden inside. With our guidance, you’ll learn how to identify small mammals from their skeletons and uncover the secrets of an owl’s hunting habits.

All tools, materials, and reference charts will be provided. You don’t need any previous experience – just curiosity and a sense of adventure!

Perfect for young nature lovers and curious explorers.

If you have any questions, feel free to email Emily at NHSN.NatureRangers1@newcastle.ac.uk

Essential Information

Event leads: Emily Anderson

Event length: 1 session, Friday 29 August, 10.30 am - 11.30 am (approx)

Meet at: Gosforth Nature Reserve entrance, NZ 25998 69900, W3W: inch.caring.gave.

Event cost: Free to all

Additional Notes:

• Parent/gaurdian supervision of children is required at all times. Please only book a ticket for the child/children, accompanying adult does not need a ticket.
• Toilet facilities are available.
• Accesibility- all facilities are fully accessible and the route taken around the reserve will be also.

Photos will be taken as part of this event for social media purposes - if you would prefer to not be included please let a member of staff know at the start of the session.

Made possible by Newcastle Nature Networks