Science and Environment

Durham Bat Group
Reports and schedule of events. Includes a range of information on the various local species, bat sounds, detectors and lamps, and links to related resources .
www.durhambats.org.uk/

Durham RSPB
Local members' group of this wildlife conservation charity . Includes information about the group, details of indoor programme and field meetings, extracts from newsletters and contact details .
www.durham-rspb.org.uk/

Durham Wildlife Trust
Aims to conserve wildlife and to promote conservation within the County . Offers information on nature reserves, species, conservation and education programme .
www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/durham/

National Nature Reserves
Provides links to the reserves in the County. Includes commentaries and photographs .
www.english-nature.org.uk/special/nnr/nnr_results.asp?C=13

The Butterflies of Northumberland and County Durham
A review of insect life in the region including dragonflies, moths, and butterflies. Includes photographs, a range of information on individual species, and links to related resources.
www.ijwaller.demon.co.uk/

Turning the Tide: On the Coast of Durham
After suffering from 100 years of waste tipping by the coal industry, the coastline of County Durham had a run-down and neglected image. Now, plans are in place to restore the coastline to its former beauty.
www.turning-the-tide.org.uk/