Exploring Winter Ladybirds

Fri Dec 06 2024 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC+00:00

Sandyford Road | Newcastle upon Tyne

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Exploring Winter Ladybirds
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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 this Event
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 6 December, 11.00am - 1.00 pm (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: Beginner

Meet at: Entrance to Jesmond Old Cemetery, Sandyford Road, Jesmond, NZ 25791 65475, hopes.clay.case

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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 [email protected].


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.


  1. Download the iNaturalist app
  2. Create an account and log in. You can do this quickly and easily online at: https://www.inaturalist.org/home
  3. 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


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Sandyford Road, Sandyford Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

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