Acer Ecology is an ecological and wildlife consultancy with our main offices in Cardiff and Bristol. We also have a number of home-based ecologists throughout the UK. We can assist you by providing a full range of ecological and wildlife services from scoping and protected species surveys through to impact assessment, mitigation design, implementation, and monitoring. We can help make your journey through planning as painless as possible.
All specialist ecological areas are covered including bats, birds, great crested newts, dormouse, reptiles, water voles, badgers and invertebrates. As an ecological consultancy, the majority of our work is related to a wide range of planning and development projects from residential housing to renewable energy.
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Understanding the Requirements for Habitat Management & Monitoring Plans: A Guide to HMMPs
Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs) play a crucial role in ensuring the long-term success of biodiversity net gain initiatives. A legal agreement supporting these efforts establishes obligations for enhancing and maintaining a... Read More
The Year of the Barn Owl: 2023’s Breeding Success and Challenges in the UK
Despite a year of unpredictable weather, 2023 saw positive trends for breeding Barn owls across the UK. Nesting occupancy increased by an impressive 22% on average, signaling a healthy resurgence for these iconic... Read More