Wildlife Research
Specialist canopy access and fieldwork for research and conservation.
Heartwood Habitat helps researchers, ecologists and conservation teams access tree canopies, hollows and nest boxes to collect reliable field data.
Our team combines specialist climbing skills with practical experience in wildlife research. We work alongside universities, government departments and environmental organisations to support fieldwork across Australia.
How we support your project
Our services include:
- Canopy, tree hollow and nest box inspections.
- Measurement of tree and hollow features.
- Collection of biological samples, including scat, hair and feathers.
- Installation of wildlife cameras, acoustic recorders and monitoring equipment.
- Nest box installation and habitat enhancement.
We tailor access methods and data collection to your project’s objectives, site conditions and survey requirements.
Experience in the field
Our work supports research and conservation for threatened birds and mammals across a range of Australian landscapes.
Projects have included Swift Parrot monitoring on Bruny Island, Regent Parrot hollow surveys in South Australia and habitat enhancement for Greater Gliders in Victoria.
We have worked with organisations including the Difficult Bird Research Group, ACT Parks and Conservation, BirdLife Australia and National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia.
Discuss your fieldwork
Contact our team with your project location, objectives and proposed timing. We can help plan the canopy access and practical support your fieldwork requires.
“Alex is my first pick for arboriculture support, always! Heartwood Habitat has all the experience in habitat enhancement and in-tree wildlife research that you need.”
Dr Laura Rayner – Senior Ecologist at ACT Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate