Survey and assessment of the invertebrate fauna of Ballyteigue Nature Reserve, Co Wexford

Tender description

The overall objective is to assess the invertebrate fauna of the nature reserve to assist nature conservation site management decisions. The specific aims of the survey are as follows: • conduct an invertebrate survey of Ballyteigue Nature Reserve at an appropriate scale for the site, reflecting the habitats listed for the site. There is not a requirement for an exhaustive survey of all taxa and all habitats but the survey should target the groups that are considered most appropriate for assessing the condition of the site. • using appropriate methodology, search for the listed species provided this is in agreement with the previous aim • produce a final report detailing the findings • to assess the impacts of current management on invertebrate assemblages. • to suggest a monitoring protocol using invertebrate species/groups to assess potential changes to the ecological status of the nature reserve (simple, repeatable methods are needed) The outcomes should include information and statements that explain how the specific aims were addressed. The outputs should include a final report in the Irish Wildlife Manual format and all the collected data supplied in a format to comply with the NPWS Project Delivery criteria. (Refer to RfT)