A-Level study days

I have just heard news from Louise Sutherland, our super enthusiastic Curator of Learning (Secondary and Post-16), that due to the massive amount of interest in our newest A-Level offering, ‘Frogs and Physics’, it is to be extended. The sessions, developed in collaboration with Louise and also Dr Mark Dickinson, are now fully booked. However, the decision means many other schools interested in booking the free sessions [...]

Stop Press! Fijian Iguana exclusive footage!

We have just witnessed a most amazing scene at the Manchester Museum - our rare Fijian Iguana has just laid 4 large eggs right in front of our very eyes!  We knew she was nearly ready for laying, and so had taken her off display several weeks ago in preparation, but to be able to catch the very moment she is laying her eggs [...]

Chameleon competition winners!

Due to the number of super entries for our ‘Name the Chameleon’ Competition it has been extremely difficult choosing a winner. However, after much deliberation we considered that the name ‘Rainbow’ would most suit our beautiful lizard.  Our overall winner is Harry Ovey, aged 13, from London, who, as well as coming up with the winning name, also provided a great description of why Chameleons are so special. [...]

Norway visit!

For the past week or so I have been on holiday in Norway, embracing the elements whilst boating, walking and climbing as high as 3000ft with friends and family.  Norway is just such an incredible country and  I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves the outdoors.
Yesterday I also conducted a presentation on frogs and my amphibian conservation work for [...]