National water vole monitoring programme survey guidelines 2016. The national water vole database and mapping project was established in 2008 by the uk water vole steering group to collate water vole survey records, map the distribution of this species and identify. Inside the bsas conservation handbook, a guide to saving the. Added licence for displacing water voles for development. Reintroductions as an essential conservation tool for. Bow17616 chipping water vole and otter advice note july 2016 photograph 5 s1 under bridge photograph 6 s2 on bankside rock photographs 7 and 8. Learn more about water voles, our current conservation work to save them and how you can become a vole unteer with us by following the links below. Description of site location and habitats including surrounding habitats. Written by the barn owl trust, this book includes indepth information on barn owl survey techniques, relevant ecology, barn owls and the law, mortality, habitat management, use of nest boxes and barn owl rehabilitation. Approximately 40% of the uk water vole population is thought to reside in scotland with the majority of water vole colonies found as upland metapopulations stewart et al. This handbook aims to improve the understanding and awareness of the requirements of water voles. The water vole arvicola amphibious provides a vivid illustration of the process of conservation research, from the initial discovery that a species is declining, through diagnostic research into the causes, then development and testing of solutions, to the production and implementation of a strategy for the species recovery.
She is a wildlife photographer, amateur ecologist and wildlife conservationist. Through the governments 25 year plan we are pushing for a more connected approach to land use, connecting farming and wildlife into a connected whole. Thomson ecology handbook practical techniques water vole. The water vole mitigation handbook sussex wildlife trust. The water vole arvicola amphibious provides a vivid illustration of the process of conservation research, from the initial discovery that a species is declining, through. New water vole mitigation handbook published by the mammal. The course will have a particular focus on determining the most appropriate approach to relocating water voles, by either trapping or use of the displacement technique, following the water vole mitigation. Download water vole conservation handbook or read online books in pdf, epub, tuebl, and mobi format. Water vole conservation handbook download ebook pdf. British warships and auxilaries 2016 17 wicket in action 100 gair cyntaf llyfr bwrdd mindless eating stanier. It supersedes the water vole conservation handbook in all aspects relating to development. In 1998 there were estimated to be only 875,000 individuals.
A new water vole mitigation handbook 2016 has been recently published to promote best practise amongst ecological consultant undertaking water vole work, stipulating that further research is needed to test the effectiveness of the displacement method in relocating water voles. The water vole is the uks fastest declining mammal and efforts are under way to protect it and its habitat from further destruction. Water vole numbers in the lowlands are considered marginal, being small and spatially scattered, primarily because of urbanisation and wellestablished mink. The first in a new series of practitioner guidance from the mammal society, it provides the evidence base for informed decisionmaking by ecological consultants, planners. Mar 04, 2016 the mammal society has just published new water vole mitigation guidelines for development and construction projects. Inside the bsas conservation handbook, a guide to saving. Mammal society series mammal society mitigation guidance series paperback 4 apr 2016. Her special interests are water voles and wildflower meadows. Water vole surveys greenlight environmental consultancy. The mammal society published a new water vole mitigation handbook in march 2016 and. Buy water vole conservation handbook by strachan, rob isbn.
The mammal society water vole mitigation handbook is now available to purchase may 2016 16th may 2016. Latrines regularly used places where faeces are deposited, usually on ledges or prominent mud aks alo vg the aters edge. The water vole is britains fastest declining mammal, disappearing from 70% of known sites in only seven years between national surveys in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Between 1970 and 2000, the water vole underwent one of the most catastrophic declines of any species in the uk. A new water vole mitigation handbook 2016 has been recently published to promote best practise amongst ecological consultant undertaking water vole work, stipulating that further research is needed. Water vole species action plan worcestershire county council. Click download or read online button to get water vole. Enlarge and expand conservation projects to protect and enhance water vole populations at a landscapescale, to help water vole populations recover. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. New water vole mitigation guidelines for development and. A comprehensive handbook covering all aspects of the conservation of barn owls. Site information and survey please use photographs and diagrams as appropriate. Water vole conservation handbook, second edition request pdf. Apr 26, 2016 the mammal society published a new water vole mitigation handbook in march 2016 and we have just recieved a copy of the guide.
Water vole conservation handbook 3rd edition strachan, moorhouse and gelling 2016 and the essex otter survey, 20092010 darren tansley 2014. Incorporate water vole conservation into relevant habitat policies and agrienvironment schemes. Buy water vole conservation handbook 9780954637651. The third edition of the water vole conservation handbook was published in 2011 and in 2016 the mammal society published the water vole mitigation handbook. Water vole conservation handbook, 2006 introduction the publication in 2006 of the revised edition of the water vole conservation handbook strachan and moorhouse 2006 provided a valuable update on aspects of the species ecology and conservation. Ensure that development schemes do not affect the integrity of water vole populations. The conservation handbook is an instruction manual for the earth. Standing advice for planning consultations protected species. National water vole monitoring programme survey guidelines 2016 welcome to the national water vole monitoring programme nwvmp survey guidelines, thank you very much for participating. The water vole mitigation handbook for development and other.
Urban grasslands support threatened water voles journal of. This is part of our good practice guidance for water voles, produced by. The course will have a particular focus on determining the most appropriate approach to relocating water voles, by either trapping or use of the displacement technique, following the water vole mitigation handbook. Impact of habitat destruction on water vole displacement for. The mammal societys water vole mitigation handbook is now available to purchase as a paperback from nhbs. Water vole conservation handbook, 2006 introduction the publication in 2006 of the revised edition of the water vole conservation handbook strachan and moorhouse 2006 provided a valuable update. You can read online water vole conservation handbook here in pdf, epub, mobi or docx formats. He oversaw numerous research projects on water voles during his time with oxford universitys wildlife. New water vole mitigation handbook ecology by design. National water vole monitoring programme survey guidelines. One aspect of water vole conservation in the uk is focused on nonlinear habitats such as reed bed which support extensive networks or metapopulations. He oversaw numerous research projects on water voles during his time with oxford universitys wildlife conservation research unit, and wrote the first edition of the water vole conservation handbook, which was published in 1998.
This publication was intended as a guide based on perceived best practice at the time. The mammal society s water vole mitigation handbook is now available to purchase as a paperback from nhbs. The principles of displacement will be discussed in particular detail. The mammal society water vole mitigation handbook is now. No signs of water vole activity were recorded during this survey. Each year we will ask you to survey your sites once during may and submit your findings online, whether or not you found water voles or their field signs. I had the pleasure of chairing the group for 20 years until my early retirement from the environment agency in 2016, when i passed the reins into the expert hands of darren tansley of the essex wildlife trust. Method statement in support of a water vole licence application. Agreement to comply with good practice as set out in the current edition of the water vole conservation handbook and most recent. It is therefore a priority species in england, wales and scotland.
By minimising your use of water and avoiding wasting water you can help to keep rattys natural habitats wet and water vole friendly. This gives the water vole legal protection, making it illegal to intentionally or recklessly. The water vole mitigation handbook, endorsed by the water vole steering group. In 2016 the mammal society mitigation guidance series published the new water vole mitigation handbook.
Water vole conservation handbook in all aspects relating to development i. Agreement to comply with good practice as set out in the current edition of the water vole conservation handbook and most recent revision1. Bow17616 chipping water vole and otter advice note july 2016 evaluation and recommendations following the survey in october 2015 it was recommended that consideration should be given to water vole and otter during the development where suitable habitat is present. Water voles numbers are declining and are considered a species of importance in england, scotland and wales. Captive breeding water voles it is against this background that water vole restoration utilising either translocated animals or captive bred offspring has become an identified component of the species. Water voles arvicola amphibius are one of the uks fastest declining wild mammals and listed as a species of principal importance for the conservation of biodiversity in. Captive breeding water voles it is against this background that water vole restoration utilising either translocated animals or captive bred offspring has become an identified component of the species recovery, as recommended in the 3rd water vole conservation handbook strachan et all, 2011. The water vole is listed under section 41 of the nerc act 2006 england, section 7 of the environment wales act 2016 and section 2 of the nature conservation scotland act 2004.
Here we provide an overview of the background to the guidelines as well as the key recommendations within them. Guidance on mitigation has been superseded by the water vole mitigation handbook. Reintroductions as an essential conservation tool for water. Nhbs rob strachan, tom moorhouse and merryl gelling, wild cru. Water vole conservation handbook download ebook pdf, epub. Method statement in support of a water vole licence. Enlarge and expand conservation projects to protect and enhance water vole populations at a landscapescale, to help water vole populations recover and reoccupy their former range and. The european water vole or northern water vole arvicola amphibius, included in synonymy. The national water vole database and mapping project was established in 2008 by the uk water vole steering group to collate water vole survey records, map the distribution of this species and identify important areas for water vole conservation. Protected species licence for survey, research or conservation work a29. This publication aims to promote best practice in the surveying and mitigation of water. Translocation is currently used as a last resort mitigation strategy for water voles arvicola amphibius in the uk dean et al.
The mammal society published a new water vole mitigation handbook in march 2016 and we have just recieved a copy of the guide. Traditional survey methods rely upon the recording of field signs indicative of the presence of water voles, as described in the water vole conservation handbook strachan et al. This publication aims to promote best practice in the surveying and mitigation of water voles by ecological consultants, and to guide and inform decision makers that suitable survey information is provided and suitable mitigation measures proposed dean et al. The latter is aimed at promoting best practice in undertaking surveys and designing and implementing water vole mitigation measures. Buy the water vole mitigation handbook 9780993567308. Water voles are small burrowing rodents, which are associated with all kinds of water bodies. Download book water vole conservation handbook in pdf format. Click download or read online button to get water vole conservation handbook book now. Water vole conservation handbook, 3rd edition, 2011, rob strachan, t. It is often informally called the water rat, though it only superficially resembles. I had the pleasure of chairing the group for 20 years until my early retirement from the environment agency in 2016, when i passed the reins into the expert hands. In preroman times, the water vole was actually britains commonest small mammal. The water vole mitigation handbook, endorsed by the water vole steering group and cieem, provides the latest guidance on mitigating the effects of development on water voles. Bow0017616 chipping water vole and otter advice note.
Nhbs mike dean, rob strachan, derek gow, richard m andrews, fiona mathews. Impact of habitat destruction on water vole displacement. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Further details of water vole survey methods are provided in the water vole mitigation handbook the mammal society 2016.
Water vole conservation handbook third edition cieem. Award winning wild wonder engaging children, schools and adults with nature through discovery, creativity or photography. The water vole is listed under section 41 of the nerc act 2006 england, section 7 of the environment wales act 2016 and section 2 of the nature conservation. Use it as a tool to help young people become enthusiastic stewards of. Wed love to tell you about our conservation work through our regular newsletter wildlife world, and also how you can save endangered species through volunteering, taking action or donating. A summary of the key recommendations, and any significant differences from previously published guidance, are provided below. Water vole mitigation guidance displacement or relocation. About water voles find out more about the life of a water vole.