Identification workshop: Leeches

This one-day workshop will give an introduction to identifying and recording leeches and will focus on the common and distinctive species found in the UK.

This workshop introduces identification to species level, using both a field guide and a key, with a focus on using keys. The day will include a short presentation on the morphological features used to identify specimens, and support from a tutor from the Freshwater Leech Recording Scheme throughout the practical sessions.

Please note that this course will involve using specimens that have been killed and preserved.

The Tutor: Craig Macadam has been studying and recording freshwater invertebrates for over 30 years. He is national recorder for Mayflies, Stoneflies and Leeches, and he frequently gives talks and training on these groups. Craig is particularly interested in the species found in upland areas of the UK and the impact that climate change is having upon them, and overlooked urban habitats such as springs and urban streams.