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Location : The Burg, Isle of Mull
Date: Monday 27th May, 10am - 4pm.
Scotland's Burnet moths are some of the most magnificent and rarest insects in the UK. The Slender Scotch Burnet only occurs on Mull and Ulva, and is a key species of the Species on the Edge programme. Their fragile habitat is being threatened by encroaching bracken, join us to help remove it and learn more about these magnificent day flying moths.
Access to the site will be by 4x4 in two runs so only 7 places available - booking is essential. Or via a long bike or walk in.
Booking:- please email Liz on @email
Full instructions will be sent to anyone who registers, no previous experience is necessary but the site is steep so physically a challenging. Please bring good boots with ankle support, warm and weatherproof clothing and a packed lunch. Tools, gloves and instructions will be provided.
This event is being run as part of the Species on the Edge programme, which is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. In partnership with the National Trust for Scotland.