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Services Overview

Subterranean Ecology provides a full complement of scientific and environmental services in four primary fields:

  • Stygofauna
  • Troglofauna
  • Invertebrates / Short Range Endemics (SREs)
  • Caves and karst

Stygofauna Under Microscope
Field Technical Service

We deliver scientifically rigorous research, data and documentation for the purposes of:

  • Environmental Impact & Risk Assessment
  • Environmental Approval for Resource Development Projects 
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Environmental Compliance & Audit

Our services and operations are consistent with or better than current best practice industry standards and guidelines.


Specimens are rapidly identified using internal taxonomic expertise and best quality microscopes equipped with high resolution photo-montage and drawing systems

  • An extensive collection of voucher specimens and image library is maintained.
  • Specimen and environmental data is managed in our customised database.
  • Identifications are confirmed by DNA sequencing and DNA barcoding on request
  • We maintain close links with taxonomic specialists in Australia and internationally.

Weather Station - Climate Study

Subterranean Ecology undertakes analysis and interpretation of complex environmental data sets relating to:

  • Ecology
  • Taxonomy
  • DNA molecular genetics
  • Biogeography
  • Geology
  • Hydrology
  • Hydrogeology
  • Geomorphology
  • Climate.

High quality Reports, including images and educational materials, are produced to meet Client needs:

  • Desktop Studies & Risk Assessments
  • Field Surveys & Monitoring
  • Impact Assessments & Impact Statements
  • Management Plans
  • Independent Reviews

Reports