BETTS ECOLOGY CASE STUDY: BARN OWL NESTING

Background

Betts Ecology were called in to advise on barn owls roosting, nesting and breeding in a hangar to be demolished.

Client & Location

International vehicle manufacturer – Cheshire

Operations

Betts Ecology surveyed the site and assessed usage by barn owls; nest observations; pellet collection and analysis; advice provided on avoiding adverse  impact on the adults and owlets; liaison with Natural England; provision of alternative nest sites including conversion of unused structure for barn owls to use.

Outcome

Betts Ecology were able to provide a practical solution that assured conservation of the owls and resolved the requirements of the client with regard to the hangar’s demolition.

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