BIAZA Terrestrial Invertebrate Working Group – Central Regional Workshop

BIAZA Terrestrial Invertebrate Working Group – 2026 Regional Workshops

The BIAZA Terrestrial Invertebrate Working Group is hosting aiming to host four one-day regional workshops throughout 2026, designed to bring together member institutions working in terrestrial invertebrate husbandry, management, and conservation.

These regional meetings provide an opportunity for professionals to:

• Share recent achievements, best practice and research;
• Discuss common challenges in invertebrate care, population management and conservation;
• Explore collaborative approaches to conservation priorities;
• Build stronger professional networks through face-to-face events;

The workshops aim to strengthen invertebrate expertise across the BIAZA community and support high standards of terrestrial invertebrate welfare, sustainability, and conservation.

Central Regional Workshop

11th September 2026 - Hosted by Dudley Zoo & Castle

The Central Regional Meeting of the BIAZA Terrestrial Invertebrate Working Group will take place on 11th September 2026, kindly hosted by Dudley Zoo & Castle

This one-day workshop will bring together professionals from across the Central region to share updates, case studies, and practical experiences in terrestrial invertebrate husbandry and conservation. The programme (below) includes member presentations, a structured workshop and dedicated time for networking.

Full Draft* Agenda: 

• 09:00AM - Arrival at Dudley Zoo & Castle
• 09:30-10:30AM- Presentations by Institution Representatives & Attendees.
• 10:30-11:00AM - Break/Time for Discussions
• 11:00AM-12:00PM - Workshop
• 12:00-13:00PM - Lunch
• 13:00-14:30PM - Tours of Dudley Zoo & Castle
• 14:30-15:00PM - Summary

*Subject to change. 

Costs: 

Free of charge to BIAZA, UKACT and ABWAK members

£30 to non-members