Endemic Plants of the UK & Ireland
Learn about the plant species and subspecies that are found in the UK and Ireland, but nowhere else in the world.
Course curriculum
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Welcome to Endemic Plants of the UK & Ireland
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Endemic Plants of the UK & Ireland
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Endemiic Plants Q&A
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Endemic Plants Quiz
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- £12.50
- 4 lessons
- 1 hour of video content
What will be covered during this course?
Aimed at botanists, ecologists, conservationists and nature enthusiasts interested in broading their knowledge of endemic plant species.
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Explore the concept of endemism and differentiate between endemic species and subspecies in the context of the UK and Ireland.
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Learn how plant endemism in the British Isles occurs, including the role of isolation, recent speciation, and apomictic groups.
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Delve into case studies of endemism in British and Irish plants, with examples such as Scottish Primrose, Welsh Groundsel and Lundy Cabbage.
Ecology tutor
James Harding-Morris
Endemic Specialist
James Harding-Morris is the author of 'Endemic: Exploring the wildlife unique to Britain' and a passionate nature enthusiast with a lifelong love for exploring the natural world. Whether trekking up mountains in search of rare flowers, scouring fens for elusive moths, or investigating exotic invertebrates in hothouses, James's fascination with wildlife is unwavering.
In his professional life, James specialises in communications and public engagement within the conservation sector. He has played a key role in delivering high-impact campaigns such as the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch and the BSBI's New Year Plant Hunt. His work on the Back from the Brink project has inspired many to care deeply about some of England's rarest and most obscure species. Currently, James is on a mission to ensure that everyone in Britain and Ireland has the opportunity to fall in love with plants through his work with the BSBI.
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