Habitat and Species Surveys
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Habitat and species surveys
To evaluate the risks and impacts on species on your farmland, Species Surveys may be conducted. A survey such as this allows Norfolk farmers and landowners to better understand the species and habitats present.
It can also positively contribute to a farm’s ecosystem as well as track conservation progress.
The benefits
Tailored habitat and species surveys
Within Norfolk Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group’s team, we have experienced ecologists who can provide a range of tailored Species Surveys including (but not limited to):
- Breeding bird surveys
- Winter bird surveys
- Butterfly transects
- Water vole surveys
- Reptile surveys
- Botanical surveys
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Who do I need to speak to?
Henry has been working on species surveys for over 20 years, and can provide a range of survey options for species or habitats on your farm.
He will be able to organise a thorough programme using standard methodology, and can also provide best practice advice for ongoing managing habitats for species. If you are interested in boosting your farm baseline data, then get in touch with Henry.
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Invasive non-native species are one of the top 5 drivers of global biodiversity loss and are estimated to cost the UK economy up to £2 billion annually. Over 2000 species have been introduced to the UK; these are known as non-native species. Not of these are harmful, however, around 10-15% have become invasive non-native species, […]
In the 1990s, Norfolk established Roadside Nature Reserves (RNRs) to protect and enhance diverse plant communities along our waysides. These RNRs hold some of the last remnants of Norfolk’s natural grasslands, that would have been widespread prior to agricultural intensification from the 1940’s onwards. They have preserved unique assemblages of plants including nationally scarce species […]
In 2011, Norfolk FWAG conducted research to identify areas where our rarer arable plants still occur in Norfolk. The report provided an understanding to assist in targeting environmental stewardship options and other initiatives that will benefit them. The arable flora is now one of the most threatened group of plants in Britain. Modern agricultural techniques […]
In 2023, Norfolk FWAG (Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group) and Pastures & Habitats Limited worked together to design and implement an ambitious Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier Scheme. The aim was to enhance and manage approximately 150 hectares of permanent grassland on the Halvergate marshes for the benefit of breeding waders and wintering waders and wildfowl. The […]
Farmland birds provide important ecosystem services and are excellent indicators of overall ecosystem health. Many farmland birds have experienced steep decline since the 1970s in response to rapid changes in farming practices, urbanisation, and climate change. The worst affected are those that are heavily reliant of farmland habitats for nesting and food, known as ‘specialists’. These include species such as yellowhammer, turtle dove, grey partridge, and skylark. ‘Generalist’ species such as woodpigeon, wren and jackdaw, are […]
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get help?
Farms that are interested in a Species Survey can work directly with our ecologists. These experts will offer species management advice and guidance along with a bespoke survey that is appropriate for your needs and the habitats that are concerned. To enhance the biodiversity on your land and to track conservation progress, our team can provide long-term monitoring of species and habitats to produce regular detailed reports containing species management plans and recommendations.
As members of Norfolk FWAG, your time and investment into conservation will take you further with exclusive access to discounted rates on our services, including Species Surveys, and reliable farming advice from our professional team when you need it most.
Keep in mind that if you are in a Farm Assurance Scheme, you may be required to monitor one or more species groups.
How does a Species Survey help me?
Species Surveys are an ideal way to understand and monitor the health of a farmland’s ecosystem. There is also the added incentive of tracking and demonstrating your conservation progress. Data garnered from Species Surveys can help to inform you of how you manage your land and/or your agri-environment scheme to ensure the highest environmental outcomes are achieved.
Norfolk FWAG is committed to helping farmers and landowners achieve a balanced harmony of economic prosperity and conservation progress, and Species Surveys are one of the many forms of our farming advisory service. By becoming a member of Norfolk FWAG, you will position yourself as a farm that is determined to enrich the local environment, species and habitats, as well as setting you up to gain access to our breadth of knowledge and experience in farmland conservation.