| Quest’s biologists have the training and experience required to determine the presence of and potential impact to sensitive habitats and native plant and wildlife resources. Our staff has performed presence/absence surveys, mapped habitats, and prepared management plans for listed plants and wildlife species for a wide variety of projects throughout Florida. We have provided wildlife expertise on parcels ranging from 10 to 50,000 acres in size. We utilize standard USFWS and FWC survey methods, but have also developed innovative techniques designed specifically for local or regional populations. The Quest staff is frequently called upon by State and County land managers to assist and provide input on species specific habitat requirements and habitat management techniques. Quest is experienced in all Florida habitat types and survey methods, including pedestrian, vehicular, and aerial surveys; small mammal trapping; funnel trapping; mist netting; and bird banding and capture techniques. We have developed protection plans and construction precautions according to USFWS and FWC guidelines to avoid impacts to protected species during project construction phases, performed on-site training of construction personnel, and designed and implemented monitoring during construction activities. |