Ecology
Babbage Ecology is a recognised leader in Terrestrial, Freshwater, and Coastal & Marine Ecology. Our large team of ecologists support a collaborative and solution-driven approach to a diverse range of projects across New Zealand in the land development, resource extraction, infrastructure and renewable energy sectors.
We provide reliable information through best practice methods and expert analysis, ensuring solution-oriented and successful outcomes. We work with regulators, mana whenua and have a track record of satisfied clients. Our focus is on understanding what our clients need, identifying opportunities and delivering on time.
Our terrestrial ecologists include experts in threatened flora and fauna, and include technical advisors to the New Zealand Government and local Councils. We hold Wildlife Authorities for national survey, and regional relocations for herpetofauna (lizards), including captive management. We advise on protected or threatened species including plants, invertebrates, frogs, lizards, birds and bats, and design management, offset and compensation packages.
Our freshwater ecologists have in-depth experience with wetland delineations, Stream Ecological Valuations (SEVs), freshwater fish, fish passage assessment and macroinvertebrate analysis. They undertake offset and compensation design for large- and small-scale projects.
Our coastal & marine ecologists undertake consenting ecological assessments through to presentation of expert evidence, long-term consent monitoring, water quality and sediment quality assessments, and monitoring of shorebird, seabird, marine mammal and fish communities. Our coastal and marine projects include all major waterway developments in New Zealand (Pauanui, Whitianga, Marsden Cove) as well as industrial and wastewater, marina and port dredging projects.
