UKBMS Transect Surveyor (Friston Forest, Eastbourne)
Our Transect Walkers help us to understand butterflies in their local area and, by extension, across the UK. They inspire people to better understand the butterflies that they see.
At Butterfly Conservation, we want to create a world where butterflies and moths are enjoyed by everyone, forever. We need people to walk transects to collect data. This data is used to inform decisions which help to conserve butterflies, both locally and nationally.
We are seeking a butterfly Transect Surveyor to help on the weekly transect on The Gallops at Friston Forest, near Eastbourne in East Sussex. BN20 0AL, TV55599938.
The Gallops are known for Chalk Hill Blue and Small Blue.
This project, headed up by Seaford Natural History Society, has been recording since 2019. Data from the project informs the grassland management of The Gallops which has been fenced and cattle grazed for 3 years.
You will be undertaking weekly surveys paired up with another volunteer.
Please contact Jadie Baker, Community Ranger, on 07771 943664 or jadie.baker@forestryengland for more information.
Volunteer Role
UKBMS Transect Surveyor
Volunteer Manager
Transect Co-Ordinator
Where You Will Be Based
Home
Why We Want You
To survey a transect each season, on behalf of Butterfly Conservation within your Branch area.
What You Will Be Doing
* Conduct regular surveys for butterflies or moths, in one or many locations.
* Identify all butterflies/moths encountered, to the best of your ability.
* Seek assistance/advice in identifying species as appropriate (including the use of BC apps such as iRecord Butterflies).
The Skills You Need
* Ability to identify butterflies or moths, at a level appropriate to the relevant survey or scheme.
* Desire to learn and improve identification skills.
* Understanding of the basic attributes of a biological record.
* Own transport required to access survey locations, if required (this will depend on area and scheme).
What's In It for You
* Develop or apply your knowledge of butterflies, moths and the environment.
* Contributing directly to the scientific knowledge base of our butterflies and moths in the UK.
* Improve your identification skills.
* Improve your understanding of the distribution and ecology of those species encountered.
* Increase your social circle with like-minded people, boosting your wellbeing.
Disclaimer
Surveying a transect involves recording butterflies and day-flying moths along a set route every week between April and September. The route can be shared with other volunteers to reduce the time commitment from each person. We ask that you commit to a minimum of 6 months in this role and complete training when you start. Children aged 13-15 must be accompanied by an adult whilst volunteering. If you are aged 16 or 17, your parent may give written permission for you to volunteer unaccompanied.
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