Survey and Assessment
Samsara Ecology provides ecological surveys and assessments for protected and notable habitats and species.
Bat surveys
Bat surveys are required to assess any potential impacts to bats and their habitats in accordance with the legislation protecting them.
Samsara Ecology carries out
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Preliminary Roost Appraisals
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Presence/Absence surveys
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Activity surveys
Bat Surveys
Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA)
A PEA is the initial survey carried out to determine the baseline ecology of a site and identify the ecological constraints and/or opportunities for habitats and species.
Great crested newt surveys are undertaken when there is a potential for disturbance, injury or harm to individuals or destruction or disturbance to their aquatic and/or terrestrial habitats.
Samsara Ecology undertakes eDNA and bottle trap surveys for newts.
Great crested newts
Great crested newts
Biodiversity net gain assessment
Biodiversity net gain is an important consideration in local and national policies. Samsara Ecology can undertake the calculations and assessment necessary to help a project to meet the aims and objectives set out in the policies.
Bird surveys
A variety of surveys can be undertaken to identify the presence of nesting or roosting birds, abundance of breeding birds, and/or the population of wintering birds on a site.
Ecological Impact Assessment
EcIA is the next stage of assessment following a PEA. It considers the potential impact of a development in the context of the mitigation hierarchy.
Reptile surveys
Reptile surveys are undertaken to establish the presence or absence of reptiles on a site. Data from the surveys help design appropriate mitigation and enhancement strategies.
Photo courtesy of Andy Swan
Ecological enhancement plans
Ecological enhancement plans are increasingly being conditioned in planning applications. Samsara Ecology will work with you to create a plan that fits with your project whilst enhancing the site for wildlife.
Badger surveys
Badger surveys involve a variety of techniques designed to identify the presence of badgers and ascertain the level of activity on a site.
Photo courtesy of Andy Swan