Talking Bat

Ed Drewitt is a professional naturalist, wildlife detective, trainer, broadcaster & author. Dedicated to sharing the wonders of the natural world & committed to inspiring the next generation of nature enthusiasts, empowering individuals to connect with the environment.

Ed has written three books, all of which we discuss during the interview, including his latest one, Bird Pellets - A Complete Photographic Guide. We also take a deep dive into his passion for Peregrine falcons, a subject he has been studying for over 20 years.

Ed Drewitt website

Glouscestershire Wildlife Trust

A fascinating insight into the life of Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin (Senior Professor of Ecology & Conservation, Institute of Ecology - National Autonomous University of Mexico). Rodrigo's credentials are numerous & at the highest level, with multiple key positions held, publications produced & awards to his name. 

Find out more about Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin here

ResearchGate - Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin

The Bat Man of Mexico - find out more here

Whitley Fund For Nature - Mexico's Bat Man

Bat Conservation Trust (UK)

\o/ Christmas Special \o/  Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to.

If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/

Dr. Rohit Chakravarty works for the Nature Conservation Foundation (India) as a Project Manager (High Altitudes) where as a bat researcher he is carries out studies in different landscapes, predominantly the Himalayas of Uttarakhand & the Andaman Islands. A delightful conversation exploring his life story so far & his other interests, especially birds.

Follow Rohit on Twitter(X): @paintedbat 

Find out more about Rohit's research here on ResearchGate

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to.

If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/

October 2024 catch up :-)

^o^ Something just for our podcast audience.

Sometimes light-hearted, occasionally a little more serious! Here are some random thoughts from your Talking Bat host, Neil Middleton :-)

Email address for feedback: neil.middleton@batability.co.uk

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to.

If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/

During the Bat Conservation Trust's National Bat Conference (Reading, Sept 2024) we had the pleasure of catching up with many old friends, & meeting some new ones. Here we have created a podcast which includes some of the many people we engaged with. Massive thanks to all, including the following podcast participants - in order of appearance, as follows:
Andrew Dobson/Lauren Dobson (Titley Scientific)
David Koller (Elekon AG - Switzerland)
Nigel Massen (Pelagic Publishing)
Naomi Webster/Andreia Correia da Costa (Bat Conservation Trust)
Ryan Smith/Katie Smith (Smith Robotics)
Martin Bailey (Wildlife & Countryside Services / Poland Trips)
Mark Fisher/Laura Gage (NHBS Ltd)
Jethro Block/Andrew Milner (Thermal Vision Ecology)
Paul Howden-Leach (Wildlife Acoustics)