Preparation of detailed integrated ecological management plan for an existing golf course, incorporating out-of play areas and orchid translocation site. Analysis of existing wildlife interests, identification of target habitat and species for specific action. Production of detailed management map. Preparation and management prescriptions and monitoring programme aimed at maximising the value of the golf course […]
Extended Phase 1 habitat survey of farmland and surrounding habitats likely to be affected by proposed sand and gravel quarry. Assessment of the nature conservation value of the area and identification of features of conservation value. Production of Ecology Chapter of Environmental Statement including detailed ecological advice on restoration to create open water and wetlands […]
Monitoring survey of orchid translocation site to assess plant establishment, record numbers of orchid rosettes and flowering spikes, carry out botanical survey and identify any management tasks required to maintain the site. Preparation of report of the monitoring surveys for submission to the Local Planning Authority.
Ecological survey and assessment of a proposed development site adjacent to a stream. Production of ecological survey report and assessment of impacts of proposed residential development and construction of replacement church for submission with planning application.
Ecological survey of old industrial site and assessment of the impacts of proposed redevelopment as a waste-management site. Production of ecological survey report and assessment of impacts for submission with planning application.
Extended Phase 1 Habitat Survey and assessment of the site of a proposed fishing lake near to a stream and next to a wetland site noted for its botanical interest. Survey of whole landholdings in applicant’s ownership Production of ecological survey report and assessment of impacts and mitigation proposals for submission with planning application to […]
Supervision of translocation of orchid-rich turves and wetland plant material to a specially prepared wetland receptor site. Subsequent monitoring visits to assess plant establishment, spread orchid seeds, record numbers of orchid rosettes and flowering spikes, and carry out botanical survey. Preparation of detailed record of translocation methodology and results of the first monitoring surveys.
Water vole survey of stream adjacent to proposed residential development. Assessment of the value of the bank as potential habitat for water vole. Survey for field signs and burrows. Production of a survey report and ecological mitigation plan for submission to the Local Authority and Natural England.
Provision of training to HSBC volunteer group on vegetation monitoring methods, reasons for surveying and basic plant identification. Setting up and surveying fixed transects and carrying out random quadrat sampling in different grassland areas with YWT Reserve Officer and volunteer group.
Provision of mitigation advice to preserve botanical diversity of a re-vegetated former sandstone quarry. Preparation of a method statement for the translocation of orchid populations. Gathering of seed for later use in sowing the translocation area.