NightWatch: Breaking Barriers to Bat Conservation

S6E64 In this episode of BatChat, we’re shining a spotlight on NightWatch , a groundbreaking community science project from the Bat Conservation Trust. Launched in 2021, NightWatch is the only initiative of its kind in the UK, helping people uncover the hidden world of nighttime wildlife while breaking down barriers that prevent communities from connecting with nature. Join host Steve Roe as he chats with Siobhan Dempsey at the Restore Nature Now march, where they discuss how NightWatch is making bat surveys more accessible—particularly for people from minority ethnic backgrounds, lower-income communities, and those with disabilities. With thousands of bat echolocation calls recorded across 750+ sites, and over 2,000 people engaged so far, this project is transforming urban conservation. But to keep NightWatch running, we need your help! We must raise £14,000 by June 2025 to ensure more people can discover the wonders of bats in their neighborhoods. 🔗 Find out more about NightWatch and how you can support it here: 🦇 Warwickshire Bat Group Take a look at their website for upcoming events. 🦇 Find your local bat group 🎧 New to BatChat? We release episodes every other Wednesday, so hit

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NightWatch: Breaking Barriers to Bat Conservation is an episode from BatChat by Bat Conservation Trust.

This episode is 23:26 long.

This episode was published on Feb 26, 2025.

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