Translocation of threatened White-clawed crayfish population within Sheffield to a secure ark-site.
ProjectTranslocation of threatened White-clawed crayfish population within Sheffield to a secure ark-site.ClientEnvironment AgencyPBA's RolesPre-translocation electro-fish survey of recipient ark-sites to determine potential impact on fish populationPlanning and specification of water level draw down and crayfish rescue at donor siteObtaining required Natural England licenseRecording of crayfish condition and biometrics, prior to introduction of 100 individuals to receptor siteReporting of subsequent data to client OutcomesDelivered on-time, within budget and with client satisfactionPBA reacted swiftly to a dynamic situation and hired additional equipment mid-translocation.Successful translocation of White-clawed crayfish to new site