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
Renewable energy sources are thought of as more ‘environmentally friendly’ than their fossil-fuel burning counterparts, however, developments such as wind farms and solar installations can have significant effects on the habitats and species of the surrounding environment. Research shows that … Read More
Acer Ecology came to the rescue of not one, but two little hedgehogs this week! Both hedgehogs were found in the Northumberland village of Felton near Morpeth. One little critter had got stuck in a garage overnight, possibly chased in … Read More
An Introduction to the Anabat Express and Analook Software April 14th 2018 This course, which is aimed at beginners and intermediate users, and aims to give participants the knowledge and skills to use the Analook software to analyse recordings and present … Read More
According to the meteorological calendar, the Northern Hemisphere has been in Autumn since the start of September. However, today (September 23rd) marks the autumnal equinox and the beginning of Autumn according to the astronomical calendar, which is based on the … Read More
Acer Ecology recently carried out a bat survey of a former church proposed for conversion to residential use in Devon. The church was proposed for conversion into four residential units. We undertook a preliminary roost inspection, a series of dusk emergence … Read More
Badgers are protected under the Protection of Badgers Act 1992, which makes it illegal to kill, injure or take badgers or to interfere with a badger sett. Badgers are often affected by development projects and a licence from the statutory … Read More
Recent reports in the press may have alerted you to a ‘new’ species of grass snake in the UK. Unfortunately, most of the reports have been very misleading or downright incorrect. Fortunately, Acer Ecology can set the record straight and … Read More
This one-day course will provide participants with an understanding of peregrine ecology, current conservation status and threats. In particular, the course aims to provide examples of effective survey, timings and precautions in respect of development and mitigation examples. The course is aimed … Read More
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
