Moonrise Ecological Services

At Moonrise Ecological Services, our mission is to provide clients with reliable species inventory and monitoring services. With over 25 years of experience working in the field, our approach is based on responsible science and guided by current research and regulations.

Wildlife Consulting Services

  • Inventory & Monitoring Services
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Permitting Guidance & Consultation
  • Solutions-Centered Recommendations

While we specialize in bat species, we conduct surveys and complete assessments for all mammal species pertaining to land use and ongoing species monitoring.

Bat Inventory & Monitoring

Bat Inventory & Monitoring

MES utilizes both active and passive methodology for bat inventory and monitoring studies. This includes bat capture with mist-netting and/or harp tarps, acoustical monitoring with detectors, and emergence and hibernacula surveys.

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Radio Telemetry & Movement Studies

Radio Telemetry & Movement Studies

MES has over 25 years of experience with radio telemetry studies on bats and many other mammal species. Once the capture and placement of a transmitter on the individual is completed.

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Mammal Species & Services

Mammal Species & Services

MES studies more than bats! We also have experience doing a variety of other mammalian studies and surveys including inventory, and monitoring of small mammals using various techniques.

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MES works with:

  • Government & State Agencies
  • Renewable Resources & Energy Companies
  • Land Development & Construction Companies
  • Energy Pipelines
  • Private Landowners

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