Description
Did you know that winter is a great time to look for ladybirds in our towns and cities? Join friendly naturalists to see some for yourself.
About Gosforth's Wild Web
All Gosforth's Wild Web events are free, fun and friendly. Made possible by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, they provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy and experience local wildlife in the neighbourhoods across Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you discover in your local area? Join in today and start noticing nature near you. For more information about the project, please see here.
Essential Information
Event lead: James Common
Event length: 1 session, Friday 24 January, 11.00am - 12.30 pm (approx)
Event structure: Informal walk
Level: Beginner
Meet at: Station Road, outside St Nicholas Church, Gosforth, NZ 25056 68024, safety.chill.master
Please use the meeting instructions above, not those provided by Eventbrite. Find a grid reference: https://gridreferencefinder.com
Event cost: Free to all
About this event
Winter is a great time to look for a range of beautiful and elusive ladybirds as they hibernate in cemeteries and stonework. In this event, you'll join the hunt for these fascinating insects, finding and recording them for yourselves as part of the North East Ladybird Spot and Gosforth's Wild Web. How many species will you discover?
Questions (and identification queries) are welcome at any time by emailing james.common@newcastle.ac.uk.
If you would like to help record wildlife as part of this trip, please consider joining in on iNaturalist. Ahead of this event, follow the steps below to set up your iNaturalist account.
- Download the iNaturalist app
- Create an account and log in. You can do this quickly and easily online at: https://www.inaturalist.org/home
- Join the Gosforth's Wild Web project. You can do this online at: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/gosforth-s-wild-web
Accessibility
This event comprises a walk of approx 0.5 mile. Most of the walk will take place on footpaths but we may cross areas of grass on occasion.
Recommended equipment:
Sturdy shoes