News: Our people
A Day in the Life of an SES Botanist
A Day in the Life of Matthew Keough, an SES Botanist.
9 February 2026
SES staff take part in RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch
SES colleagues recently took part in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch, a nationwide initiative encouraging people to spend an hour observing and record
29 January 2026
Seasonal working in ecology
At SES, we know that the natural world moves in seasons, and so does our work. Seasonal ecologists play a vital role in delivering our projects.
28 August 2025
Team Day at Lake Meadows Park
The SES team took a well-deserved break from the office and headed to Lake Meadows Park in Billericay, Essex for their fun-filled Summer Team Day.
30 July 2025
Successful Reptile Translocation Supports Wildlife Conservation and Sustainable Development
Southern Ecological Solutions is pleased to announce the successful completion of another reptile translocation project, helping to safeguard protected species while enabling development to progress responsibly.
Our experienced ecology team has been undertaking the careful capture and relocation of several native reptile species, including slow worms, grass snakes, and adders, ensuring their protection throughout the development process. Working in accordance with ecological best practice, the project involved detailed planning, habitat management, monitoring, and the safe transfer of reptiles to a suitable receptor site where they can continue to thrive.
Reptile translocations play an important role in balancing development needs with biodiversity conservation. The process requires specialist ecological expertise to minimise disturbance to individual animals and to ensure that receptor sites provide suitable habitat conditions for long-term survival.
Projects such as these highlight the value of early ecological involvement in the planning and development process, helping clients meet their environmental responsibilities while delivering positive outcomes for wildlife.
A huge well done to our team for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment throughout the project. Their hard work has helped provide a successful outcome for both the development and the species it supports.
At Southern Ecological Solutions, we remain committed to protecting wildlife, supporting sustainable development, and delivering practical ecological solutions that benefit both people and nature.
If you would like to learn more about our ecological services, including protected species surveys, mitigation strategies, and translocation projects, please get in touch with our team.