Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to Soldierflies

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    2. Soldierflies

    3. Soldierflies Q&A

    4. Soldierflies Quiz - General

    5. Soldierflies Quiz – Species ID

    6. Soldierflies and Allies Further Info

About this course

  • £12.50
  • 6 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

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What will be covered during this course?

Aimed at amateur naturalists, biological recorders, wildlife gardeners, conservationists, ecologists and environmental professionals looking to improve their knowledge of UK invertebrates.

  • Identify key UK soldierfly species by understanding their distinguishing features, ecology, and behaviour.

  • Describe the habitat preferences and distribution of soldierflies to support effective recording and survey efforts.

  • Apply best-practice approaches to biological recording by understanding how to submit and use soldierfly records within national recording schemes.

Natural history tutor

Martin Harvey

Fly Specialist

Martin Harvey is an entomologist and biological recorder based at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology’s Biological Records Centre, where he serves as Data Management and Liaison Officer. He plays a central role in the development of the Pantheon analysis tool, manages the iRecord online recording system, and works closely with national recording schemes and societies. Martin is also part of the team for the UK Pollinator Monitoring Scheme. In addition to his professional work, Martin volunteers as organiser of the national Soldierflies and Allies Recording Scheme and serves as County Moth Recorder for Berkshire (vice-county).