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A team of ecologists is starting to assess bat activity and the presence of any species as part of flood protection plans in Dumfries.
A multi-million pound project has been drawn up to help reduce the number of incidents in the Whitesands area.
As part of preparations, ecologists using thermal cameras, infra-red cameras and bat detectors will be working to check for roosts.
Dumfries and Galloway Council said the surveys would mostly be carried out on public land but they might need access to private gardens or greenspace and would contact businesses or homeowners before doing so.
