MSc, BSc (Hons), CIEEM Member
John Pollock is our head Ornithologist, & Ecologist with expertise in biodiversity conservation and environmental impact assessment. With a BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences from Heriot-Watt University and an MSc in Wildlife Biology and Conservation from Edinburgh Napier University, John combines a solid academic background with hands-on experience in ecological research and analysis.
At Canavan Associates Ltd, John contributes to Ornithological and Ornithological studies, and reports and Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIARs), as well as supporting ornithological studies for wind farm projects. His skills include ecological surveys, habitat condition assessments, and analyzing ornithological data for bird population studies. A member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), John is dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions that balance ecological integrity with project goals.
Skills Barometer:
- Habitat Restoration: ★★★★☆
- Ecological Assessment: ★★★★★
- Ornithology: ★★★★★k
- Data Analysis (GIS & RStudio): ★★★★☆
Key Projects:
- Heathland Restoration Research: Led a study on grazing management techniques to restore post-wildfire heathland ecosystems, contributing to enhanced conservation strategies.
- Ornithological Data Analysis: Assists in bird population studies, providing detailed ornithological data for EIARs to support sustainable development in wind farm projects.
- Mountain Habitat Assessment: Conducted vegetation mapping and biodiversity surveys in collaboration with the National Trust.