The British Dragonfly Society team has a wealth of knowledge and experience in dragonfly monitoring, conservation and outreach.
Professional Services
Guidance for Monitoring and Conservation
British Dragonfly Society staff, subject to availability, can offer:
- Advice and help setting up monitoring projects
- Assistance in accessing and interpreting the BDS data
- Species information and habitat management advice
Rates
Up to one hour of free consultation. £45 per hour after the first hour.
Travel and accommodation expenses.
Training
We can offer hands-on training courses led by subject experts, each session is tailored to provide practical skills in dragonfly identification from recognised specialists.
Courses include: adult, larvae, and exuviae identification, from an introductory level to more specialised identification.
Courses can be adapted to suit your group’s needs, with pricing dependent on factors such as duration and group size. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and receive a bespoke quote.
Support from British Dragonfly Society Volunteers
The British Dragonfly Society has volunteers across the country eager to get stuck in with recording, habitat management and engagement activities. If you need volunteer support for a dragonfly-related project, get in touch and we will put a call out to potential candidates.
You will need to let us know:
- The project/activity name and details
- The location
- Experience required
- An email or phone number for interested volunteers to contact
Planning and Development
Get in touch if you know of a planning application/plan that could negatively affect a valuable Dragonfly site. Please be aware that the British Dragonfly Society will only become involved in the opposition of an application if there is evidence that a Priority Site could be negatively affected.
Title image: Golden-ringed Dragonfly by Lucien Harris.