A wildlife event is set to be held in Oxford this Sunday as part of a Museum of Natural History exhibition.
The Water and Wildlife Discovery Day on July 14, organised by the Museum of Natural History as part of its 'Fresh Water' exhibition, will be hosted at the Botanic Garden.
It will offer various activities aimed at introducing people to the rich biodiversity of freshwater habitats and teaching them how to identify and record different plant and animal species that live close to fresh water.
Some of the activities planned include water quality testing, smartphone species identification, 'soapbox science' flash talks, and sessions on identifying plants, birds, and meadow plant species.
The water quality testing session will see experts from FreshWater Watch demonstrate how to measure nutrient pollution in freshwater using their special kit.
Meanwhile, the smartphone species identification event will feature artist and photographer Graham Fudger teaching visitors how to use a smartphone and apps to photograph and identify plants and insects.
There will also be a freshwater safari which will reveal the underwater inhabitants of the Botanic Garden, and explain what they can tell us about the quality of the water.
It is recommended that attendees book in advance to guarantee entry for the event which will run from 10am to 5pm.
Tickets for adults will cost £7.20, while under 16s can enter for free, as can Oxford and Brookes university students.
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