About Us

At Wildfox Ecological Consulting, we are passionate about protecting and enhancing the natural environment. Based in County Durham, we provide expert ecological consultancy services that support sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and compliance with environmental regulations throughout the UK. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, practical solutions to help our clients navigate the complex world of environmental legislation and biodiversity planning.

We provide a wide range of ecological services, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRAs), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, as well as a plethora of protected species surveys. Whether you're a developer, planner, landowner, or environmental consultant, we provide clear, actionable advice to ensure that your projects meet both ecological and regulatory requirements.

Our approach is built on a foundation of integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to conservation. We pride ourselves on offering tailored, practical solutions that balance development goals with the need to protect and restore biodiversity.

Meet the Team

  • Douglas Kilpatrick MSc MA BSc (Hons) MCIEEM FGS

    Ecology & Biodiversity Consultant

    I’m Douglas Kilpatrick, the founder of Wildfox Ecological Consulting and a passionate ecological consultant with a decade of experience in environmental consultancy and biodiversity management. My background spans a broad range of specialisms, including protected species surveys, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Environmental Impact Assessments, Ecological Clerk of Works, Habitat Regulations Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments. I combine a strong academic foundation in ecology and geoecology with practical experience managing large-scale, multidisciplinary projects across the UK and internationally.

    At Wildfox, my mission is to provide high-quality ecological work and support for developers. I’ve worked on diverse projects, from advising contractors on the world’s largest offshore wind farm, to overseeing ecological and environmental aspects of major infrastructure developments such as Eastern Green Link 1 and 2.

    With published work in sustainability and climate history, and hands-on expertise in environmental conservation, I bring a detail-oriented and forward-thinking approach to every project.

    I look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your ecological and sustainability goals!

    Licenses and Certifications

    GCN level 1 - CL08

    Barn Owl level 1 - CL29

    MoRPH RCA Qualified

    CSCS Academically Qualified

    IPAF MEWP Operator 3a 3b

    BASP Outdoor First Aid Certified

    Drone and Model Aircraft Category A1 & A3

    PTS AC/DCCR Sentinel Card

    BORDA 4x4 off-road

    Accidenty Investigation