The Mammal Society Richard Shore Prize celebrates individuals who have demonstrated remarkable commitment to protecting Britain’s mammals. This year it has been awarded jointly to Dr Helen O’Brien and Helen Rasmussen. More...

As the County Mammal Recorder for Leicestershire & Rutland, Helen O’Brien’ has worked tirelessly to verify records and promote the conservation of various mammal species. She has worked closely with the Leicestershire & Rutland Environmental Resource Centre (LRERC) and NatureSpot, to verify records submitted by local people to better understand the status of mammals in the counties. Based in Rutland, Helen Rasmussen also now works in the VC55 area.

It was from attending a virtual talk during the COVID-19 pandemic that the Leicestershire & Rutland Mammal Group was formed. The group runs monthly meetings and have encouraged more people to get involved in mammals in the local area. 

More: 
https://www.mammal.org.uk/2023/08/mammal-societys-2023-prize-winners-announced/