Ecological Consultant Mayo
Expert ecological and environmental assessments for planning applications in Mayo. CIEEM Registered Practice with fast turnaround.
Ecological Assessments in Mayo
Mayo contains vast areas of intact blanket bog, particularly in the Owenduff-Nephin complex which is the largest remaining intact lowland blanket bog system in Ireland and western Europe. Clew Bay's drumlin islands create unique coastal habitats. The western coastline supports machair and dune systems.
Natura 2000 Sites in Mayo
Key Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) in Mayo include Owenduff/Nephin Complex SAC, Clew Bay Complex SAC, Mweelrea/Sheeffry/Erriff Complex SAC, Lough Carra/Mask Complex SAC, and Bellacragher Bay SAC.
Special Protection Areas (SPAs) include Owenduff/Nephin SPA, Blacksod Bay/Broadhaven SPA, Lough Mask SPA, Lough Carra SPA, and Killala Bay/Moy Estuary SPA.
Protected Species
Mayo's bogs support Golden Plover, Merlin, and Hen Harrier. Clew Bay supports important seal colonies and otter populations. The Moy is one of Ireland's premier salmon rivers. Freshwater Pearl Mussel populations occur in several western rivers.
Services in Mayo
AA Screening is required for developments across most of Mayo given the extensive network of Natura 2000 sites. Wind energy developments require detailed EcIA and often NIS. Bat and badger surveys are needed for rural residential development.
AA Screening
Stage I screening for developments near SACs and SPAs in Mayo.
Learn more →Natura Impact Statement
Stage II assessment with mitigation measures for Mayo planning applications.
Learn more →Bat Surveys
Preliminary roost assessments and emergence surveys across Mayo.
Learn more →Ecological Impact Assessment
Comprehensive EcIA for larger developments in Mayo.
Learn more →Badger Surveys
Sett surveys and impact assessment for Mayo planning applications.
Learn more →Habitat Surveys
Fossitt habitat mapping and ecological baseline assessment in Mayo.
Learn more →Need a Flood Risk Assessment in Mayo?
We also provide Stage 1, 2 & 3 Flood Risk Assessments for planning through our dedicated service. Proper OPW methodology with fast turnaround.
Visit floodriskreport.ie →Working with Mayo County Council
We have extensive experience preparing ecological reports for Mayo County Council. Our reports are thorough, clearly structured, and address the specific requirements of local planning officers. We regularly handle Further Information responses within tight timeframes.
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