Water Vole Surveys
Water Vole Surveys
Seasonal Surveys
This survey includes a walked survey along the river bank to look for the presence of small burrows along with other evidence such as feeding stations and droppings. The survey typically requires two visits one in Spring and the other in late summer.
Habitat Replacement and Licencing
If water voles are found and impacts to habitats are anticipated, then a ‘like for better’ replacement of habitat is required, along with a Natural England Licence.
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About The Surveys
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The Aim
The aim of the survey is to determine the presence / absence of water voles within the Site. If present, the aim is to determine the population size.
Site Visits
One of our ecologists visits the Site in Spring and in later Summer to record and map water voles and their field signs.
Maps
A number of detailed maps are produced.
The Results
The results are either provided in a letter style report or slotted into an Ecological Impact Assessment.
The Purpose
These surveys allow an accurate assessment of the ecological importance of the water vole population within the Site. They form the basis of the ecological decision making and associated mitigation, including detailed design and layout considerations.
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