News and Opinion - British Ecological Society

A Smarter Approach to Intelligent Animals

Outsmarting animals by better understanding their cognition may be the best wildlife management response available.

Designated Landscapes Review: Call for Evidence

Have your say on the future role National Parks and AONBs can play in connecting people with nature and helping wildlife to thrive.

The Puzzle of Plastics: Is there a solution to single-use?

Humankind produces 300 million tonnes of plastic every year - creating major environmental challenges.

Join our Teaching and Learning Special Interest Group

Our Teaching and Learning Special Interest Group (SIG) is looking for their next finance officer!

Maths skills for ecologists

Maths and stats in ecology from the perspective of an undergraduate student Rosie Clewett

2018 Parliamentary Shadowing scheme in Scotland open for applications

A unique opportunity to spend two days in the Scottish Parliament

Free online wills to support the next generation of ecologists

Make a will online for free in 15 minutes, with live expert help and the option to update it at any time.

Annual Meeting Abstract Deadline!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to present your research to an international audience of over 1200 delegates.

Call for new members to join our Meetings Committee

We have a great opportunity for Ordinary Members to join Meetings Committee (MC) from January 2019.

Undergraduate Ecological Careers Conference

The recent Undergraduate Ecological Careers Conference took place on 12th February. Jade Hemsley, undergraduate student organiser from the University of Reading gives an overview of the day.

Understanding the science-policy interface in Scotland

Read Emily Schofield's highlights from attending the Scottish Policy Group's Policy Training workshop in Stirling

2017 Parliamentary Shadowing scheme open for applications

The British Ecological Society's parliamentary shadowing scheme offers ecologists the chance to gain an inside view of the policy world.

2017 Parliamentary Shadowing scheme open for applications

Apply now for an opportunity to spend up to three days in the European Parliament.

Peer Review Week: Transparency in Review

A round-up of all our activities from the publications team for Peer Review Week 2017.

Ecology Across Borders: Registration Now Open

Join 1200 international ecologists in Ghent this December at Europe’s largest and most influential ecological conference.