Enquiry Service

A key function of the WSBRC is to provide biological information to a variety of users including local authorities, statutory agencies, environmental consultants, voluntary organisations and members of the public.

The WSBRC provides services including data searches for specific species, designated sites and priority habitats, the production of species lists and distribution maps. The WSBRC is happy to discuss the provision of professional data services with potential clients at any time.

By carrying out these and other paid professional services, the WSBRC can continue to provide a variety of free information services to the general public, local communities, students and Wildlife Site landowners. General enquiries on wildlife matters are answered free of charge by the Wildlife Information Volunteers who are available most days of the week to answer any queries.

Data Searches
The information provided allows decision makers and other users a clearer picture of the wildlife interest of an area. WSBRC cannot advise users on the best course of action based on this information though – this advice should be sought from local authority ecologists, Natural England or other ecological advisers.

Wildlife Information
The WSBRC provides an information service to help you with wildlife questions you may have. Queries range from feeding badgers, to what to do if you find injured wildlife or where to buy wildflower seed. Whether by letter, telephone or e-mail we value these queries and so, to be of help, we have dedicated volunteers to respond to them. Wildlife Information Volunteers (WIVs) are available most days of the week to speak directly to callers or reply to mail.