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Talks

The Wildstarts team is available to give a range of engaging talks on birds and wildlife at your events.

All talks are illustrated with our own photographs. Duration can be adapted to your time slot.

Our talks are priced at £100 for one hour (plus any travel expenses) and can be booked as online or in-person events.

  • Chalk Grassland — Ecology and Conservation
    Chalk Grassland — Ecology and Conservation
    (1 hour) Sussex and Surrey are famous for chalk grassland, an internationally rare habitat. Susy Jones reveals the unique wildlife of the chalk slopes and how she has played her part in securing its future.
  • Managing Lowland Heathland for Wildlife — problem solving in a rare habitat
    Managing Lowland Heathland for Wildlife — problem solving in a rare habitat
    (1 hour) There are many challenges when it comes to conserving one of the world's most threatened habitats. Former nature reserve warden Susy Jones showcases the wildlife of the gorse and heather, and tells her story of fighting to save it.
  • Saving Britain's Reptiles
    Saving Britain's Reptiles
    (1 hour) Susy Jones shares her experiences working with Britain's native reptile species, from Sand Lizards to Smooth Snakes. This inspiring talk by a seasoned nature reserve warden reveals the secrets of some of our most elusive and fascinating wildlife.
  • Owls of South East England
    Owls of South East England
    (1 hour) Delve into the lives and status of the five species of owl lurking in this corner of England... We cover identification, life history and tips on finding each owl.
  • Raptor Deep Dive
    Raptor Deep Dive
    (1 hour) Let us walk you through the identification of the duirnal birds of prey you can expect to see in South East England. By the end of the talk, you'll know how to tell a Goshawk from a Sparrowhawk, a Merlin from a Hobby and much more!
  • Gull ID Simplified
    Gull ID Simplified
    (1 hour) David busts the myth that gulls are a headache and breaks down identification so anyone can master this fascinating group.
  • The Sussex Birding Year
    The Sussex Birding Year
    (1 hour) Each month brings new birding opportunities. This illustrated talk walks the audience through each season and the exciting birding this diverse part of the country offers.
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