Bees are a huge part of our continued existence, and one way or another, integral to the British way of life. Currently there are around 25,000 different bee species in the world, divided into 4,000 genera in just nine families. Despite being such a vital part of human life, from food production to propping up…
Mushrooms play a bigger part in ecology than many people initially give them credit for. Aside from being nature’s great decomposer, fungi have helped produce a world of medicines over the years, and have a large list of commercial applications. Mushrooms occasionally even form a key component as part of a Sunday fry-up. However, despite…
The diversity of British flora is an essential part of what makes the English countryside so special. Protecting our natural environment is a key concern here at Southern Ecological Solutions. When you’re planning a development, there are certain types of plants which you need to take special care with. The rules, which are set out…
Many of us enjoy watching the local variety of birds in our garden or whiling away the hours in a woodland hide. Now, the nation has spoken and voted for its first national bird – the robin. The man behind the poll, ornithologist David Lindo, set about the labour of love after being dismayed that…
Surveys are needed to ensure that protected species aren’t too effected by any new developments, and they can go a long way to providing a better environment for everyone. These surveys also need to be carried out for water based animals, too, and one of the most common types of survey here is regarding water…
It’s not a career that comes to mind for many young people when they’re making decisions about their future, but getting involved in arboriculture has an abundance of benefits to offer. The lifestyle of a tree surgeon can be well-suited to those with plenty of enthusiasm and a love for the Great Outdoors. Becoming an…
With the Code for Sustainable Homes almost a decade old, its practices should now be firmly embedded in the plans of any property developer looking to build housing structures anywhere around the United Kingdom. However, the Code itself has been cause of much debate from many corners of both the housing and environmental industries since…
When it comes to arboriculture there are a range of services you can benefit from, including site clearance, tree felling and stump grinding. It’s always best to seek these services from professionals like Southern Ecological Solutions, who will be able to carry out all aspects of arboriculture efficiently and effectively. If you’re considering services such…
