Biotope and Habitat Mapping

Mapping of seabed habitats is an important early-stage activity for any offshore development project involving the seafloor. SRSL design methodologies and sampling programmes (to include biological and bathymetric data) so as to characterise benthic habitats. We would then compile all available data (sidescan and bathymetry data, benthic video and photographs, and taxonomic data from samples) to form synoptic seabed habitat maps in accordance with JNCC guidelines.