Reptiles and Amphibians
A course on their natural history and conservation
will be run by the Conservation Section of the
British Herpetological Society at the Theobalds
College, Waltham Cross, Herts, EN7 5HW from Friday
12th until Sunday 14th July 1974. The course will
cover their evolution, identification, habits, the
vivarium, field work and conservation and is
designed for the amateur naturalist and teacher.
Details from the Theobalds College.
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Lectures.
In response to a request from Warley Hospital
the Club organised an evening course of 12 sessions
at the hospital on Natural History. The Hospital
would like to thank those 9 members who contributed.
Westlands Guides and Brownies have been
appreciative audiences for talks on "Animals in
Holes" illustrated with slides and stuffed animals
(courtesy of Chelmsford Museum.)
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343 species of butterflies and. moths have been
identified in the gardens of Buckingham Palace,
including the Common Footman (!) and two species
new to Britain.
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NEW MEMBERS
The Club is pleased to welcome the following
to membership of the Club. Their special interests,
where known, are indicated.
Mr. Mark Hanson Butterflies & Moths.
160 Princes Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex.
Mr. Richard Howard Geology, Mineralogy
20 Albion Close, Romford, Essex.
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