BAT SURVEYS
Encarna ecologists have extensive experience conducting surveys for threatened and endangered bat species across the United States, including the Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis), northern long-eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis), Virginia big-eared bat (Corynorhinus townsendii virginianus), and the gray bat (Myotis grisescens). We have multiple federally permitted bat biologists on staff and are capable of completing bat surveys in 39 states, using a wide variety of sampling techniques. Some of the bat services we provide are:
Summer Presence/Absence Surveys
Mist Net Surveys
Acoustic Surveys
Radio Telemetry
Foraging Data Collection
Maternity Roost Tree Location
Emergence Counts
Summer/Winter Habitat Assessments
Winter Habitat Surveys
Hibernaculua Census Counts
Portal Surveys
Post-Construction Monitoring of Mitigation Efforts
AQUATIC SURVEYS
Encarna houses an experienced aquatic staff that is capable of providing a wide range of aquatic services. Our ecologists are well versed in aquatic methodologies and use a host of different aquatic sampling techniques. Some of the aquatic services offered include:
Freshwater Mussel Surveys
Mussel Stream Reconnaissance
Stream Habitat Assessments
Big Sandy Crayfish Surveys
Benthic Macroinvertebrate Sampling
TERRESTRIAL SURVEYS
In addition to threatened and endangered bat and aquatic species, Encarna routinely provides terrestrial ecology surveys in a variety of habitats. Some of these surveys include:
Small Mammal Surveys
Gopher Tortoise Surveys
BOTANICAL SURVEYS
Our team also has individuals that have specialized training and experience in the identification of federally listed plant species, including running buffalo clover (Trifolium stoloniferum). In addition to threatened and endangered plant species, Encarna also has experience conducting non-native/invasive plant surveys.
STREAM AND WETLAND DELINEATIONS
Projects involving the discharge of dredge or fill materials into Waters of the United States, including wetlands, are regulated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act of 1972. Encarna maintains healthy relationships with regulators across the United States and is capable of providing a full range of stream and wetland services. Our ecologists combine for decades of stream and wetland experience, which allows us to provide top-notch services to our clients. Some of the services offered include:
Jurisdictional Determinations
Section 401/404 Permitting
Wetland and Stream Delineations
Wetland Monitoring
Groundwater Monitoring
Erosion Control Measures/Hazard Assessments
Preferred Species Planting
Invasive/Exotic Species Management
Stream and Wetland Restoration Design and Planning
Ecological Monitoring
Water Quality Testing
Mitigation Banking and In-Lieu Fee Program Consultations
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL INSPECTIONS
Encarna personnel have extensive experience in the proper installation, maintenance and inspection of erosion prevention and sediment control measures at construction sites. Encarna staffs Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspectors (CEPSCI) in the State of South Carolina to help provide services for all of your project compliance needs.
More states to come, stay tuned!
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AND FORESTRY
Encarna sets itself apart from the typical environmental consultant by offering services and expert knowledge in areas that can be overlooked. With key staff providing nearly two decades of wildlife and timber management experience, Encarna can help you reach any wildlife or forestry goal that you may have. Some of our services include:
Wildlife Management Plans
Timber Management Plans
Food Plot Installation
Invasive/Nuisance Species Management
Tree Planting
Site Preparation
Land Management
GIS MAPPING
Crucial to projects of any scale, using maps with georeferenced data as part of your project planning process is essential to successfully complete your project. Encarna houses multiple GIS specialists and has the capabilities to provide you with any GIS service that you may need.
