Biological Sciences – Biology and Ecology

• Avoid using scientific equipment that may damage the environment, for example, mercury thermometers if broken.
• Always clean boots, sample nets and other sampling equipment to avoid or minimise the chances of spreading alien species
• If working near roosting or feeding birds, wait until environmental disturbances occur for example, aircraft, birds of prey, and sirens, before accessing these areas (you usually don’t have to wait long!)
• Do not disturb breeding birds. If you are unsure about locations of breeding or roosting birds, contact English Nature before starting work
• If accessing an area on a regular basis avoid establishing paths across vulnerable vegetation, such as sand dunes and marshes