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Guide to Brown Long-Eared Bat Mitigation

Bat Survey Cardiff — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 11:18:31 +0000

Brown Long-Eared Bats (Plecotus auritus) During building inspection work, ecologists often come across medium-sized, brownish droppings. On closer inspection, the droppings have a golden shine from the moth and butterfly wings they contain. This discovery is usually the first indication that … Read More

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Welcome Bats into Your Garden!

Bat Survey Cardiff — Sun, 07 May 2017 12:09:24 +0000

There are 18 species of bat in Britain, all with slightly different roosting requirements. In urban environments, gardens and parks are the places that bats commonly use to feed and find shelter. The species of bats that are more likely to … Read More

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Guide to Bat Mitigation for Crevice-Dwelling Bats

Bat Survey Cardiff — Wed, 25 Nov 2015 19:06:46 +0000

Introduction The term “crevice-dweller” is used to describe bat species that often utilise small crevices for roosting. Crevices can include natural features such as stone fissures, holes in trees and under loose bark. When found in buildings, crevices can be … Read More

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New Bat Survey Guidelines Published

Bat Survey Cardiff — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:05:14 +0000

The Bat Conservation Trust has recently published updated Bat Survey Good Practice Guidelines (2nd Edition) which develops upon the guidance specified in the first edition as well as including further information on the legislative protection afforded to bats as well … Read More

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