- Habitat & Vegetation : National Vegetation Classification (NVC), UK Habitats Classification (UK Hab) and condition assessment, Phase 1 Habitat survey
- Ornithology : breeding bird, breeding raptor and vantage point surveys
- Protected Species : badger, otter, water vole, Greater Crested New eDNA surveys
- Reporting : roducing technical reports summarizing key findings from ecological surveys; and species and habitat management plans
Baile Duthaich
We offer ecological services to promote wildlife in town & country
Baile Duthaich is an ecological consultancy that embraces a conservation everywhere ethos.
Overview
We are an interdisciplinary consultancy focused on delivering a range of ecological surveys and analytical services to local community, commercial and public sector clients looking to enhance wildlife and promote nature connection in their projects. We have experience undertaking ecological surveys and research in urban and upland habitats, and are committed to improving ecological connectivity and understanding between city and countryside.
Experience
We have extensive experience surveying and promoting wildlife in urban and rural settings. We work with development projects in the renewable energy sector, smallholders looking to enhance their landuse for wildlife, and public authorities, community councils and local groups seeking to develop baseline ecological knowledge and management plans. We provide an extensive suite of ecological field and research services that can help deliver a wide range of projects from conceptualization to delivery and management.
Key Services
Ecological Surveys & Management:
Historical Analysis
- Historical ecology : Surveying existing biodiversity databases and historical archives to build a picture of the historical ecology of a defined area
Community Engagement
- Stakeholder consultation : Utilising interviews and focus groups to consult stakeholders to inform wildlife learning, planning and management
- Workshops : Can deliver a variety of workshops on ecological field skills tailored to the client’s specific needs
Specialist Services
- Smallholder biodiversity plans and support
- Informal greenspace monitoring and management
Case Studies
Read through some case studies here.
Averon River Catchment Ecological Survey
We were commissioned to produce an ecological overview of the Averon River Catchment area, identify local biodiversity hotspots and rare…