Birds

Our experienced survey team can undertake a variety of bird survey work in order to assess the ornithological interest of your site. The most common bird surveys that we carry out are nesting bird checks and breeding bird surveys. Additionally, through our network of associated ecology suppliers we can supply wintering bird surveys and specialist ornithological surveys down to species level depending upon the requirements of your project.

Nesting bird surveys are undertaken where works that could disturb nesting birds and result in a breach of legislation (e.g. vegetation removal, demolition) are proposed within the nesting bird season. The site is visited by an experienced surveyor who will assess the presence of active nests within the habitats to be impacted. Recommendations will then be made to ensure that your development proceeds in accordance with the legislative framework.

Breeding and wintering bird surveys are often undertaken for larger developments where it is necessary to provide robust ornithological baseline data, usually to inform Ecological Impact Assessment (EIA). Our experienced ornithologists will carry out surveys tailored to the requirements of your project, using best practice survey methods such as Common Bird Census and Breeding Bird Survey.

In addition to the common bird surveys, we can provide cost-effective solutions for all aspects of bird surveys/assessments, and can also provide the following services: