Pilbara olive python surveys and habitat assessment

The Pilbara olive python requires targeted survey approaches informed by an understanding of its habitat use, movement ecology and association with rocky habitats and permanent or semi-permanent water.

Envisage Environmental provides specialist survey, habitat assessment, monitoring and impact assessment services, supported by extensive field experience and published research on the species.

Our services may include:

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    Habitat & Waterbody Assessment

    Assess rocky habitats, gorges, drainage features and waterbodies to identify areas that may provide important shelter, foraging and movement habitat for Pilbara olive pythons.

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    Targeted Survey & Detection

    Undertake targeted surveys using methods suited to the species and local conditions, including nocturnal searches, spotlighting and other targeted detection techniques to investigate presence and habitat use.

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    eDNA Sampling

    Use environmental DNA sampling of waterbodies to investigate potential Pilbara olive python presence, particularly where conventional detection may be difficult. eDNA can complement targeted field surveys and provide an additional line of evidence when assessing species occurrence and habitat use.

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    Impact Assessment & Management

    Assess how proposed activities may interact with Pilbara olive pythons and their habitat, and develop practical avoidance, mitigation, monitoring and management measures to reduce project-related risks.

Beyond a basic habitat assessment

Pilbara olive python assessments often rely heavily on habitat interpretation, particularly where direct observations are difficult to obtain. We can take investigations further.

Our experience with the species allows us to combine detailed habitat assessment with targeted survey, existing ecological information and techniques such as eDNA sampling to build a stronger evidence base for assessment.

This provides project teams and regulators with greater confidence in the significance of habitat, the likelihood of occurrence and the potential risks associated with a project.

 Planning work in Pilbara olive python habitat?

Speak with our team before finalising your assessment scope.

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