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Protected Species Surveys
Our protected species surveys may include a variety of different activities, such as the identification and survey of protected species on the site, the assessment of the habitat suitability and value of the site for protected species, and the preparation of reports and recommendations for the management of protected species. We have a team of experienced professionals who are familiar with the requirements for protected species surveys and who can provide expert guidance and support throughout the process.
Our protected species surveys are an important tool for ensuring the conservation of protected species and for minimizing the impact of development projects on these species.
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Bat Survey
A bat survey is a type of assessment that is used to identify the presence and distribution of bats on a site, and to evaluate the potential impacts of a development project on these species. Bats are protected under UK and EU law, and it is important to consider their needs and habitat requirements when planning development projects.
A bat survey typically involves a site visit to identify and record the presence of bats, as well as an assessment of the habitat suitability and value of the site for these species. The survey may also include the use of specialized equipment, such as bat detectors, to detect the presence of bats and to identify their species and activity levels.
The information gathered during a bat survey is used to inform the planning process for a development project, and to identify any measures that may be needed to protect or manage the bats during construction. It may also be used to apply for a European protected species (EPS) license, which is required for activities that may disturb, injure, or kill protected species.
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Great Crested Newt Survey
A great crested newt survey is a type of assessment that is used to identify the presence and distribution of great crested newts (GCN) on a site, and to evaluate the potential impacts of a development project on these protected species. GCN are protected under UK and EU law, and it is important to consider their needs and habitat requirements when planning development projects.
A great crested newt survey typically involves a site visit to identify and record the presence of GCN, as well as an assessment of the habitat suitability and value of the site for these species. The survey may include the use of specialized equipment, such as pitfall traps and refugia, to detect the presence of GCN and to identify their activity levels.
The information gathered during a great crested newt survey is used to inform the planning process for a development project, and to identify any measures that may be needed to protect or manage the GCN during construction. It may also be used to apply for a European protected species (EPS) license, which is required for activities that may disturb, injure, or kill protected species.
These surveys are required as Great crested newts are a European protected species.
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Badger Survey
A badger survey is a type of assessment that is used to identify the presence and distribution of badgers on a site, and to evaluate the potential impacts of a development project on these protected species. Badgers are protected under UK and EU law, and it is important to consider their needs and habitat requirements when planning development projects.
A badger survey typically involves a site visit to identify and record the presence of badgers, as well as an assessment of the habitat suitability and value of the site for these species. The survey may include the use of specialized equipment, such as badger setts, to detect the presence of badgers and to identify their activity levels.
The information gathered during a badger survey is used to inform the planning process for a development project, and to identify any measures that may be needed to protect or manage the badgers during construction. It may also be used to apply for a European protected species (EPS) license, which is required for activities that may disturb, injure, or kill protected species.
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Reptile Survey
A reptile survey is a type of assessment that is used to identify the presence and distribution of reptiles on a site, and to evaluate the potential impacts of a development project on these species. Reptiles are protected under UK and EU law, and it is important to consider their needs and habitat requirements when planning development projects.
A reptile survey typically involves a site visit to identify and record the presence of reptiles, as well as an assessment of the habitat suitability and value of the site for these species. The survey may include the use of specialized equipment, such as reptile refugia, to detect the presence of reptiles and to identify their activity levels.
The information gathered during a reptile survey is used to inform the planning process for a development project, and to identify any measures that may be needed to protect or manage the reptiles during construction.
It may also be used to apply for a European protected species (EPS) license, which is required for activities that may disturb, injure, or kill protected species.
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Bird Survey
A bird survey is a type of assessment that is used to identify the presence and distribution of birds on a site, and to evaluate the potential impacts of a development project on these species. Birds are protected under UK and EU law, and it is important to consider their needs and habitat requirements when planning development projects.
A bird survey typically involves a site visit to identify and record the presence of birds, as well as an assessment of the habitat suitability and value of the site for these species. The survey may include the use of specialized equipment, such as bird calls and decoys, to detect the presence of birds and to identify their activity levels.
The information gathered during a bird survey is used to inform the planning process for a development project, and to identify any measures that may be needed to protect or manage the birds during construction. It may also be used to apply for a European protected species (EPS) license, which is required for activities that may disturb, injure, or kill protected species.