Services

Good analysis starts with good survey design.

We help clients develop acoustic monitoring programs that fit the question being asked, the species of interest, and the realities of the project. That may involve selecting detector locations, estimating level of effort, developing work plans, or providing technical oversight during implementation.

Services include:

  • Acoustic survey design
  • Detector deployment planning
  • Level-of-effort recommendations
  • Work plan development
  • Logistics forecasting
  • Technical oversight and support

Acoustic datasets can range from a few nights of monitoring to hundreds of detector-nights spread across multiple seasons. Processing those data efficiently is important, but so is understanding the limitations of automated classification.

We provide acoustic data processing, manual vetting, and quality control using industry-standard software and established review methods.

Services include:

  • Automated call identification
  • Manual vetting and review
  • Quality assurance and quality control
  • Data management and organization
  • Detector performance evaluations
  • Review of existing acoustic datasets

Once calls have been processed and vetted, the next step is understanding what the data show.

We provide exploratory analyses, activity summaries, species-level metrics, and other statistical products tailored to project objectives. The approach depends on the question. Sometimes that means a straightforward summary of activity patterns. Other projects require more detailed analysis.

Services include:

  • Exploratory data analysis
  • Activity summaries
  • Species richness metrics
  • Occupancy and detection summaries
  • Standardized acoustic analyses
  • Custom analytical workflows

Data are only useful if they can be clearly communicated.

We prepare technical reports that document methods, results, assumptions, limitations, and conclusions. We also provide consultation on study design, interpretation of findings, and acoustic monitoring strategy.

Services include:

  • Technical reporting
  • Data interpretation
  • Results summaries
  • Independent technical review
  • Data visualization
  • Project consultation

Acoustic surveys are often conducted within a regulatory framework. We provide support for projects requiring standardized survey protocols, endangered species considerations, or coordination with agencies.

Services include:

  • Standardized protocol compliance
  • Endangered species survey support
  • Permitting assistance
  • Regulatory documentation
  • Agency coordination
  • Technical review of survey methods

Bat acoustics can be challenging to learn because it combines field methods, detector technology, sound analysis, and species identification. Our on-demand training courses are designed to provide practical, experience-based instruction that helps students understand not just what to do, but why it matters.

Courses are developed for consultants, researchers, agency personnel, students, and anyone looking to strengthen their understanding of bat acoustics.

Training opportunities will soon include:

  • On-Demand, self-paced online courses
  • Acoustic survey methods and best practices
  • Acoustic data analysis and quality control
  • Species identification training
  • Continuing education and professional development
  • Supplemental resources and reference materials