Into the wilds…
We have talks on a range of subjects, covering all the phyla – amphibians, reptiles, fish and small invertebrates, through to mammals. Speakers range from students to professionals. Numerous field meetings take place throughout the year, usually visiting local nature reserves in Dorset and Hampshire. The BNSS Museum has many zoological exhibits from around the world.
Upcoming Animals events
Latest News on Ancient Marine Reptiles
29th March 2025 at 2.30pm (in house and zoom)Speaker Dr Darren Naish We’re in the middle of a revolution in our understanding of the sea reptiles that lived across the planet during the so-called Age of Dinosaurs, properly termed the Mesozoic. These include the shark-shaped ichthyosaurs, the famously long-necked plesiosaurs, and those great swimming lizards the mosasaurs. New species are being discovered at […]
Natural Deception. Camouflage and Mimicry
1st April 2025 at 7.30pm (zoom only)Speaker: Jonathan McGowan Natural deception is one of the most basic traits within nature. Mimicry and camouflage allow many life forms to survive and thrive through natural selection. Insects, reptiles, birds, mammals and humans all indulge, with the latter being the most deceptive life form on Earth. The likelihood of more advanced alien life forms, […]
