Owls, falcons, bitterns, eagles, harriers, terns and many more birds are protected under UK law. Some of the more rarer species are given enhanced protection from disturbance during the breeding season. Almost all development sites have the potential to support nesting birds and this can impose seasonal constraints on site clearance.
At Acer Ecology, our experienced ecologists can advise you on survey methodology, legal protection, mitigation options and the timing of development work for your project, in order for your planning process and development to run as smoothly as possible.
We have carried out a number of bird surveys in and around Salisbury including Amesbury, Tidworth, Andover, Warminster, Shaftesbury, Marlborough, Devizes, and Chippenham. Our ecologists also have the capacity to carry out ecological surveys in the counties of Wiltshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Bristol and Somerset.
Identifying ecological constraints early in the planning process has proven to be both cost-effective and time-saving in the long run.
If you would like to discuss more about bird surveys in Salisbury or find out more information of our other ecological services, please contact Acer Ecology on 02920 650 331, or email enquiries@acerecology.co.uk.
