New Forest Bioblitz, Sat 22 May


Dig into the world of earthworms in the New Forest! 

Did you know there are 27 species of earthworms in Britain? Or that earthworms breathe through their skin? How about that they eat their own weight in food each day?

Come and join us on a fantastic FREE day out for all the family and go on earthworm hunting expedition. Get your hands dirty and dig away, learning how to identify the different species. Meet experts from the Earthworm Society of Britain (ESB) at the New Forest Bioblitz (Lepe Country Park) on Saturday 22 May and ask all your burning earthworm questions! ESB event includes handling, identification and exploration of soil biodiversity.

Fame facts: The ESB recently featured in Episode 1 of the Natural History Museum's TV Series 'Museum of Life' and Emma Sherlock, ESB President, recently discovered a new species of blue worm whilst researching in Nicaragua!

Event details:

  • New Forest Bioblitz
  • New Forest National Park, Lepe Country Park (from 10:30am)
  • Saturday 22 May, all day event 
  • Nature walks, expert talks and demonstrations, childrens activities and many more fun hands on activities!
  • FREE, open to all.
  • For more information on the event please visit the official Bioblitz website.

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