All bat species found in Scotland are classed as European Protected Species and are fully protected under the Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Regulations 1994 (as amended). Where an assessment for bats is required, a variety of surveys can be provided, including:

 

•     Dusk and dawn emergence surveys

•     Licensed internal / external building inspections

•     Mitigation and compensation design and implementation

•     Tree assessment and climbing surveys

•     Remote activity monitoring using static bat detectors

•     Bat call ID analysis

•     ECoW for building demolitions and tree felling activities

 

Surveys can be assessed and planned on a site by site basis to meet individual requirements. Bat survey experience includes involvement in a number of high profile development projects such as the Forth Replacement Bridge Crossing and the Borders Railway reinstatement, in addition to a range of residential, wind farm, road, bridge and hydro-electric schemes.

 

 

 

Surveys for other protected species in Scotland can also be provided, including for otter, water vole, badger, pine marten and red squirrel.

 

 

 

Preliminary Ecological Constraints Surveys and Phase 1 Habitat Surveys (including Extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys) can be provided and are undertaken in conjunction with a network of experienced botanical surveyors.