In order to help gain some experience in ecological surveying, I decided to conduct a Phase 1 Habitat Survey on an area local to me in South Fambridge. The area in question has been the centre of some controversy of late due to a business being set up in the small industrial buildings on this site which have been empty for around 30 years. The main activity of this business being car repair and dismantling.
I've been interested in this area for some time as I regularly walk the dog there, it is a beautiful and peaceful location which is situated right along the River Crouch and there is an abundance of different habitats from arable farmland to tidal mudflats and saltmarshes. You can often see a variety of bird species with farmland and wading birds being particularly abundant. There have also been past sightings of bats, the odd barn owl and various reptiles on the site.
Its the perfect location to get a bit of practice at carrying out a survey as most places are fairly accessible and there are plenty of species to identify. The written report of my Phase 1 survey can be viewed here. If you would like to leave any feedback or advise for improvements please do so in the comments or drop me an email as I'd love to get your opinions.
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