Independent Ecologist undertaking ecological surveys on a wide range of habitats in the Lake District.

Andrew Chick Ecology

Lake District Ecology

Please NOTE that at the moment I have NO capacity for taking on additional BAT WORK (posted MARCH 2025).

I am an independent ecologist with extensive experience in ecological assessment and environmental management, accumulated over the past eighteen years as a field ecologist. I frequently work as a Contract Ecologist, either as part of a team or leading teams of fieldworkers on ecological mitigation projects. I possess a strong understanding of current planning guidance, ecological and environmental legislation, and species assessment methodologies. Additionally, I have a broad knowledge of Britain’s fauna, with expert identification skills in British birds and bats.

Bird Surveys

I am experienced in carrying out Breeding Bird Surveys, Wintering Bird Surveys, Offshore Bird Surveys and Vantage Point Surveys .

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BNG and UKHabs

I have experience of Biodiversity Net Gain, the DEFRA Statutory Matrix and UKHabs as part of the LPA planning system.

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Bat Surveys

I hold a Natural England licence for work with bats in England. I have experience of leading and assisting with numerous types of bat surveys.

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Andrew Chick

For over 20 years, I have worked as an Independent Ecologist and Protected Species Surveyor, conducting ecological surveys across a diverse range of habitats. My experience spans a variety of projects, including Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRAs) for SPAs, SACs, and RAMSAR sites, as well as work on wind turbines (both small and large), solar parks, pipelines, and road schemes. I am based in Cumbria and I have extensive expertise in bird and bat survey methodologies, ensuring thorough and accurate assessments for every project.

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