Great Crested Newt Survey
Great crested newts are fully protected under UK and European law and are frequently encountered on development sites. It is an offence to kill, capture, or disturb them, or to damage or destroy their ponds or the adjoining terrestrial habitats. The habitats within 500m of a breeding pond are generally considered to be protected by the legislation. Our licensed great crested newt specialists are experienced in survey, European Protected Species licensing, and mitigation design and implementation.