Bat Survey Carlisle: Protected Species
Bat surveys are a vital part of many project planning applications to determine whether any bats are present. Many wild species, including bats and birds, are protected under The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, meaning it is illegal to injure or kill bats or damage or destroy a bat roosting place. Therefore, a bat survey, Carlisle, can also help to identify whether any mitigation measures may need to be carried out.
Bat Survey, Carlisle: Bat Activity
In the UK, bat activity is at its highest during the summer months and so undertaking a survey at this time can provide accurate results. If bat activity is found over the summer, a further survey may be recommended during the later months of the year to establish whether the area is also used for winter hibernation rituals.
There are many species of bat that are likely to be present when undertaking a bat survey, Carlisle. These include, the common pipistrelle bat, the brown long-eared bat, the soprano pipistrelle bat, Daubentons’ bat, the whiskered bat, Natterers bat and Nathusius’ pipistrelle bat.
Types of Bat Surveys, Carlisle
Preliminary Roost Assessment: A Preliminary Roost Assessment (PRA) will determine whether bats are likely to be roosting in a specific building or structure.
This assessment is an important first step in the process of assessing the potential impact of project development on bat species on the site and in the area. Our consultants will examine the internal areas of a site, followed by an external inspection, and record any evidence of bat roosting at the time, such as insect-feeding remains and bat droppings.
Bat emergence and re-entry surveys: A bat emergence survey or a re-entry survey will typically be performed to monitor entry and exit points to provide information on the location, species, and population of the bats.
To encourage accurate results, these surveys are carried out on multiple occasions over a period of time to collect a substantial range of data. Our consultants use bat detectors to monitor bat activity without causing unnecessary disturbance to the bats.
Nocturnal bat surveys: A nocturnal bat survey is conducted during the night to observe and record bat activity and behaviour. These surveys are essential for monitoring bat populations, identifying species, and assessing their habitats. Nocturnal bat surveys are often carried out as part of ecological impact assessments and conservation efforts related to development projects.
A local planning authority will usually advise project developers based in Carlisle on the type of survey needed. For further guidance on the correct treatment of bats, visit the Chartered Institute of Ecology website.
How can Collington Winter Environmental assist you?
Collington Winter Environmental are an ecological consultancy boasting extensive experience in environmental impact assessments and surveys nationwide. Our ecologist team work with protected species across the UK alongside bat conservation trusts, such as Cumberland Bat Group. Supported by Natural England licences and European Protected Species licences, we aim to ensure a proposed development receives planning permission.
Please get in touch with our Managing Director Olivia Collington (info@collingtonwinter.co.uk) for more information on our wide range of ecological services and protected species survey work, including bat surveys and great crested newt surveys. We also provide preliminary ecological appraisal (PEA) services.
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