This is where I share updates on my writing and conservation work, thoughts on topical conservation issues, and news about nature and the artists who are inspired by it. Sometimes I blog about other stuff, too.
I'm looking forward to speaking at three very different festivals coming up in October.
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My talks page has been updated with details of events scheduled for this autumn and winter, and into spring next year.
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From an insect whose courtship song suffuses the heathland soundscape, to a bird which has inspired more classical and romantic writing than any other, June looks like being a song-filled month.
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For an insect that spends almost all of its time underground, the field cricket has an elusive charisma, on account of its evocative 'song'. A unique event will celebrate this miniature sound-maker.
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On Saturday 6th April I will be speaking a conference along with other conservationists presenting personal views of the changing nature of conservation. I will argue that we need radical change, because our current conservation model isn't working.
Continue reading →"If you are breaking the law, if the law is weak, if the law is flawed - we are coming for you"
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"If, in the morning, you see a lion's face, it is auspicious - it will be a good day"
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"We had not descended far when the beam reflected back two cats’ eyes, like stationary fireflies against the black of the forest."
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Last month’s North Cornwall Book Festival was memorable, and the talks are available as podcasts for those who missed it. ...
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