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Newt patrol @ Yurong Tian
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Smooth newt @ Yurong Tian
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Newt patrol @ Yurong Tian
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Toad © Yurong Tian
Each year, certain species of amphibians make a treacherous journey across any obstacle to get back to their ancestral breeding ponds. They may face crossing roads and other busy urban areas where they risk being run over by vehicles or being trampled by pedestrians.
We are in a very fortunate position to have a lot of green spaces on campus, which provide home to a wide variety of wildlife. However, this time of year our newts and toads need a helping hand.
Join our "newt patrol" initiative and help these amazing creatures reach their chosen breeding sites safely.
What does doing a newt patrol involve?
The activity will take place in the evenings after sunset and will most likely last 2 hrs or longer, depending on the number of animals migrating on a given day. It will involve patrolling a stretch of a busy area where we know newts and toads cross en mass during this time of year.
Newt patrollers will carefully collect the amphibians they find attempting to cross the area and move them over to the other side, hereby ensuring that no harm comes to them. Please note, participants must NOT go near any water, the animals should just be placed in a safe place away from the road or car park.
You will work in pairs or small groups, no lone working is required. Training on animal handling and relevant biosecurity will be provided, along with all equipment (e.g. buckets, gloves, high vis vests). We will work along the pedestrian path and the car park of Spine Route, and will NOT work on roads.
Amphibians tend to be more active in certain weather conditions and thus it is expected that milder and wet nights will be busier periods for our volunteer newt patrollers. Sessions may be organised on a short notice by the activity lead and thus students and staff volunteering for this role are encouraged to check the designated Teams chat regularly during the patrolling season.
Please dress according to the weather, including suitable footwear, as it is an outdoor activity.
This event is open to students and staff.
No prior experience is required for this activity as training will be provided.
Please complete the form below if you are interested in participating.
This activity contributes to the Warwick Award!
Number of amphibians helped to date
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