Swamp Rose Ecology is proud to be listed on the Backyard Habitat Certification Program’s Professionals Directory. During the summer of 2023 we were also honored to receive the program's first-ever naturescaping grant, which underscores our dedication to promoting environmentally friendly land stewardship practices that support local ecosystems.

Backyard Habitat, Bird and Pollinator Consulting Services:

Our team has years of experience working on habitat restoration and field ecology projects, both as government biologists and in the private sector. In addition to installing plant communities that provide refuge to birds, pollinators, amphibians, and various other species, we can examine wildlife records to determine if certain Oregon Conservation Strategy listed species have been found near your property. We can then tailor habitat restoration plans to the needs of those species or other species of interest.

For example, a specific suite of native plants have been found to be most important for native pollinators, Oregon white oak can be planted to help imperiled Western gray squirrels through the connected canopy it forms as it grows, and large woody debris can be added to provide basking sites for turtles (as well as help build anadromous fish spawning habitat).

Installation of Native Plants and Habitat Features: In addition to native plant selection, planting plan design and implementation, we also offer ecosystem elements like habitat piles and rock gardens to enhance the ecological complexity of your backyard.

Certification Guidance: We can guide you through the process of achieving a Backyard Habitat Certification through the BHCP, providing step-by-step assistance to meet and exceed the specific requirements of any tier whether it be Silver, Gold or Platinum.

Habitat Assessment: We evaluate your existing space to identify opportunities for improvement and provide tailored recommendations to enhance its value for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife.

Nesting Box Installation and Advice: Whether you would like us to handle the entire process or just want some advice on your own project, we can help with the selection, placement, installation and maintenance of nesting boxes to attract and support a variety of bird and mammal species.