About Subterranean Ecology
Subterranean
Ecology is a West Australian based consultancy that specialises
in scientific surveys, environmental impact assessment (EIA),
monitoring and management of:
Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) - Subterranean fauna
Stygofauna and Troglofauna
Terrestrial Invertebrate Fauna – Short Range Endemics (SREs)
Caves and karst
This consultancy provides scientific
and environmental services to
the mining industry, development companies, local communities,
individuals, government, and other stakeholders who require:
Independent expert advice
Best practice in scientific and environmental services
Outcomes which comply with government EIA requirements for
project approvals.
Subterranean Ecology comprises a very
competent team of people who
are highly qualified and experienced in scientific surveys and
environmental assessments. The consultancy is directed by Dr Stefan
Eberhard, BSc., MSc., PhD, one of Australia’s leading scientists in
this field, with more than 22 years experience in research of
subterranean fauna, groundwater-dependent ecosystems, and caves.
Subterranean Ecology has a proven track record with delivery on more
than 100 projects for industry and government, primarily in Western
Australia.
Why Use Subterranean Ecology ?
Leading specialists with 22 years experience in subterranean fauna,
groundwater-dependent ecosystems, and caves,
Expertise in specimen identification, taxonomy,
DNA molecular
genetics, and sampling methods,
Extensive knowledge of subterranean species in Australia, and their
conservation management issues associated with resource
development projects,
Proven
track record for prompt delivery of outcomes that comply with
client expectations, and government EIA requirements for
project
approvals,
Committed to best practice and continual
improvement in research
and environmental management.