Opus has experience of creating new habitats and maintaining and enhancing existing habitats for the benefit of wildlife.

Opus provides individually tailored ecology solutions to meet the requirements of mitigation plans and management plans. Opus provides material services and assists in undertaking all forms of surveys.

Below are examples of the services available. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you can not find the service you require or if you would like to discuss your requirements in more detail.

Ecology Services:

Habitat creation and restoration:

• Amphibian/reptile exclusion fencing
• Wildflower seed mixes provided and sown
• Supply and planting of native trees and shrubs
• Hedgerow creation, rejuvenation, reinstatement and maintenance
• Woodland planting
• Coppicing
• Installation of badger setts and otter holts
• Supply and fitting of bird and bat boxes

Protected species surveys:

• Supply of reptile mats (size and material of client's choice)
• Laying out of reptile mats at survey site and collection
• Full reptile survey and translocation
• Otter surveys