There are six native species of terrestrial reptiles in the UK. These need to be considered when undertaking development projects. Reptile surveys can be undertaken to inform any avoidance and mitigation that may be necessary.

Ellendale environmental ecologists undertook a FWPM survey as part of monitoring at a site in Perthshire where FWPM were translocated to avoid harm and disturbance during the project works.

We are currently seeking an experienced Ecologist / Senior Ecologist to help us grow our Edinburgh based team.

An otter survey was undertaken to establish the presence / likely absence of otter from the proposed working area and to identify any features such as holts or resting sites that would need further protection during the works.

The Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations, often referred to as the Habitats Regulations, were consolidated (in England and Wales) in late 2017 to incorporate recent amendments.

So what is a great crested newt? And what happens if you find great crested newts? It can’t all be bad news…?

With their striking yellow displays, daffodils are true heralds of spring. Growing from bulbs, daffodils are sizeable wildflowers that have pale yellow outer petals around a dark yellow trumpet.

Fines for environmental pollution as a result of construction activities have been in the headlines recently. Ellendale Environmental can help with proper planning to manage silt runoff to avoid negative environmental impacts to the surrounding water bodies.

Chinese New Year is a perfect time to add another recipe to the Invasive Species Cook Book! Why not try pheasant and help the environment at the same time!

We are both proud and humbled to have been trading for 7 years today!

Today marks the winter solstice, also known as midwinter, an astronomical phenomenon marking the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year. "Solstice" is derived from two Latin words: "sol" meaning sun, and "sistere," to cause to stand still.

The Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) is a species of ray-finned fish in the family Salmonidae.

Tar spot fungus Rhytisma acerinum is a plant pathogen that commonly affects sycamores and maples in late summer and autumn, causing tar spot.

Some reports suggest the African Sacred Ibis could be on its way to invade the UK threatening some of our native wildlife.