Lutra Eco offers a wide range of ecological, GIS and environmental services to support conservation, responsible development, land management and more. From early-stage scoping and field surveys, to spatial analysis, data recording and reporting.
For more information on any of our services or further enquiries please contact us.
Protected species and habitat surveys
Preliminary scoping
Early-stage identification of likely ecological constraints, compliance and survey strategies.
Amphibians
Great crested newt (GCN) surveys, including eDNA sampling, torching and habitat suitability index (HSI) assessment.
Bats
Dusk and dawn activity surveys, static deployment, ground level tree assessments, sound analysis and emergence counts.
Water vole & Otter
Riparian habitat surveys to assess habitat suitability, identify evidence of presence and mitigation support. *
Badgers
Walkover surveys, sett monitoring and territory assessments to identify presence and potential impacts.
Birds
Ornithological surveys including breeding bird, wintering bird and vantage point to support habitat management and planning.
Reptiles
Understand presence and population of all UK species using targeted approved surveys. *
Habitat
Baseline surveys including NVC, Phase 1 and UKHab classifications.
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GIS and spatial analysis
Clear, data-driven GIS mapping and spatial analysis to support ecological planning, survey design, habitat mapping, biodiversity net gain assessments and more.
Invasive non-native species
Identify and map non-native invasive species, assess their extent and impact, and create practical, site-specific action plans for control or removal — helping you meet legal obligations and protect native habitats.
Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
On-site ecological support to ensure site works comply with legislative requirements.
Reporting
Providing clear and accessible ecological reporting to assist with a range of assessments, including PEAs, EIAs and EcIAs.
Ongoing monitoring
Regular site visits to evaluate ecological changes and assess mitigation schemes, monitoring ecological outcomes over a projects lifecycle.