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Three-day workshop on Bat taxonomy, acoustics, and conservation

The Department of Wildlife Biology, KSCSTE-Kerala Forest Research Institute, is conducting the third edition of a three-day comprehensive workshop on "Bat taxonomy, acoustics, and conservation " from 24 to 26 March 2025 at KFRI, Peechi, Thrissur.


Through this workshop, the participants will learn taxonomy, acoustics, ecology, project designing, conservation priorities, networking and fundraising for bats. In addition to the classroom sessions from the experts, the field-level hands-on activities are expected to deliver a deeper understanding of bat sampling techniques, taxonomic identification through skull morphometrics, and collection and analysis of acoustic data using popular software. Participants will also be able to see/handle the equipment used for bat research and the specimens and photographs to develop their identification skills. Not yet over, there will be an optional field trip too for the interested participants!!!

You can see more in the programme/accommodation/travel details in the brochure I've attached.

This workshop is open for college students, researchers and early carrier teachers (maximum qualification as Assistant Professor) from zoology/wildlife science/environmental science and related backgrounds.

Submit your application by clicking this link. The maximum number of participants are restricted to 30, so be sure to register soon to secure your spot. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about one of the most fascinating creatures in the world.

Selected applicants will be informed by email. We look forward to seeing you at the workshop!



Date of notification: February 24, 2025 March 2, 2025
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