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A basic introduction to dormouse ecology is followed by more detailed information about dormouse survey and handling techniques including nut searches, nest identification and the use of nest boxes and nest tubes for survey and monitoring. Many animals, both invertebrate and vertebrate, build nests (e.g. The results provide greater understanding of artificial dormouse nest-site requirements and indicate that, in terms of habitat selection, long-term volunteer-collected datasets contribute usefully to understanding the requirements of species with an important conservation status. same woodland. Dormice have a patchy. The nest tube essentially consists of two parts - the wooden 'tray' and the nesting tube. British Wildlife is the leading natural history magazine in the UK, providing essential reading Published six times a year, British Wildlife bridges the gap between popular writing and
British Wildlife is the leading natural history magazine in the UK, providing essential reading They can be an effective alternative to using a large number of more expensive wooden nest boxes, which are more likely to be vandalised or stolen.Tubes can be easily assembled in the field and are secured to tree branches using cable ties (not included). Dormice create a dense woven structure, using grass, stripped honeysuckle, fresh leaves, or whatever they can find. Richard Green Ecology has successfully obtained European protected species licences for hazel dormouse for a number of highway, housing, commercial and agricultural schemes.
Recommended Accessories They can be an effective alternative to using a large number of more expensive wooden nest boxes, which are more likely to be vandalised or stolen. Dormouse nest tubes provide a cheap and efficient method of determining the presence of dormice within a habitat as they can be deployed in large numbers for a relative low cost. Why not upgrade? reading for all who are involved in land management for nature conservation, Boxes should be sited well away from public areas, near a potential routeway such as honeysuckle or leaning branches.
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Nest tubes can be set up and checked without a licence until the first dormouse is found.
Dormouse Tubes – Dormouse Nest Identification.