Protected Species Report
Protected Species Report
What are protected species?
Protected species reports vary between species and are site specific. R & D Ecology are experienced in undertaken various protected species surveys and reporting, and will ensure an appropriate set of surveying and reporting will be tailored for your projects specific needs.
In Scotland, the species which are generally classed as Protected Species include (but not limited to):
- Otter
- Beaver
- Badger
- Water Vole
- Pine Marten
- Wildcat
- Bats
- Breeding Birds
- Schedule I Bird Species (Capercaillie, Crossbills, Golden Eagle, White-tailed Eagle, Peregrine, Osprey, Whooper Swan etc.)
- Great Crested Newts
- Natterjack Toads
- Dolphins, Whales and Porpoises
- Seals
To find out more detail about these species, their legal protection, and a full list of protected species in Scotland, please visit - https://www.nature.scot/professional-advice/protected-areas-and-species/protected-species/protected-species-z-guide
Ecology surveys for protected species are completed in order to satisfy planning applications and detail the characteristics of the proposed site of development in relation to any protected and notable species, including European and local/uk priority species.
When can protected species surveys be undertaken?
Timing of surveys are highly dependant on the species, and/or type of development.
Please see our survey calendar for more details on survey seasons.
About our protected species survey service
R & D Ecology undertake a wide and varied range of ecological surveys throughout the year in accordance with relevant current guidelines, and can advise on this depending on the type of surveys you require.
Arrange a protected species survey today
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