
Wildlife Thermal Drone Surveys
Accurate, Fast, and Non-Invasive Wildlife Monitoring
At BH Wildlife Consultancy, we specialise in surveying a wide range of wildlife species across diverse habitats using state-of-the-art thermal drone technology. Our experienced team of ecologists and certified drone pilots are fully insured and trained in advanced thermal imaging and GIS mapping techniques to deliver fast, reliable, and evidence-based results.

What We Offer
Thermal Drone Surveys conducted by skilled professionals
High-resolution imagery and thermal video outputs
Accurate population census data with full spatial analysis
Detailed GIS-based distribution maps
Time-, date-, and location-stamped images for verified reporting
A comprehensive survey report delivered within one week
Drone Surveys by Species
While deer are the primary focus of many of our surveys, our work extends far beyond. We regularly conduct aerial surveys for:
Landscape Scale Thermal Drone Surveys
BHWC specialises in large-scale drone surveys for wildlife monitoring across challenging landscapes. We’ve surveyed several Deer Management Groups in the UK, including a record area of over 600km². Our experienced team ensures fast, accurate, and systematic coverage with no overlaps or gaps.



Package 1
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Planning and delivery of drone survey flying to CAA standard.
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All images and videos resulting from the survey. These include scenery images, thermal imagery and the daylight photographs of the deer.
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Distribution Map showing the distribution counted on the day(s).
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Heat Map – Highlighting hotspots.
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Age/Sex ratio map (if applicable).
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Excel database with density breakdown.
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Operator observations during the survey.
Package 2
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Planning and delivery of drone survey flying to CAA standard.
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All images and videos resulting from the survey. These include scenery images, thermal imagery and the daylight photographs of the deer.
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Distribution Map showing the distribution counted on the day(s).
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Heat Map – Highlighting hotspots.
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Age/Sex ratio map (if applicable).
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Excel database with density breakdown.
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Operator observations during the survey.
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A detailed report to accompany the maps and data collected
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Additional outputs include imagery series examples, charts showing sex ratio, recruitment calculations and conclusion/recommendations depending on clients needs.
