Chiroptérologue et écologue aux Antilles Bat specialist Lesser Antilles

Bat specialist and ecologist in the Lesser Antilles

Simon Gervain is an ecologist and bat specialist with a strong focus on the Lesser Antilles. He created AcoNat in 2022, after seven years of experience in environmental consulting.
Bat studies are the cornerstone of our expertise. Leveraging biacoustic techniques, we conduct non-invasive species inventories and assess habitat quality. These efforts contribute to bat conservation and their integration into sustainable development.

Our broader ecological skills provide versatility and rapid response for studies on other faunal groups, either independantly or in collaboration with partner specialists.

This professional network is a key strength of AcoNat, enabling us to address even your most challenging needs.

AcoNat

Operational Regions

AcoNat delivers ecologist and bat specialist services across the Lesser Antilles as well as mainland France.

We are attentive to needs throughout all French overseas territories.

Please contact us for detailed information on the geographic coverage of our services.

Technical capabilities

AcoNat utilizes a comprehensive range of professional-grade equipment designed for demanding field conditions. Our acoustic expertise is supported by an extensive array of high-performance recorders and detectors, covering both the audible and ultrasonic ranges. Field resources include a thermal camera for nocturnal observations, an endoscope for gentle exploration of cavities, as well as binoculars and a camera dedicated to field surveys and documentation.
Our data processing and analysis rely on specialized professional software, recognized as standards within our field.

We perform regular calibration and quality control on all our equipment to ensure the accuracy and reliability of our data.

Your project requires equipment that is not currently part of our resources?
No worries — acquiring new instruments is an integral part of our continuously evolving field of work.

Certifications

Certified in various field techniques, we operate on land, at sea, and high in the canopy.

  • Tree climbing with rope access techniques
  • Scientific diving – Class IB certified scuba diver

Rely on our commitment to continuous training and our dynamic approach to meet your most technical requirements.

Our services

AcoNat provides a broad spectrum of research, consulting, and training services in biodiversity and ecology.

Visit our dedicated page to learn more.

Explore our network of trusted partners

Toni Jourdan

Toni Jourdan is an independent entomologist focused on studying and conserving insect biodiversity in the Antilles and French Guiana. His work revolves around four key areas: systematics, ecology, conservation, and public outreach.

Levesque Birding Enterprise

Levesque Birding Enterprise is a Guadeloupe-based environmental consulting firm specializing in ornithology. Its director, Anthony Levesque, is a licensed bird bander and founder of the AMAZONA association. He has authored numerous scientific reports and publications, and co-authored the guide Birds of the West Indies.

Antilles-Guyane Environnement

A.G.E is a consulting firm headquartered in French Guiana, with operational reach across the French West Indies. Their team of dedicated environmental scientists and naturalists supports both public and private clients across diverse sectors and all phases of project development.

Birding Environment

Birding Environment, based in Normandy, provides environmental consulting and expertise. Its founder, Grégory Bruneau, is an experienced project manager and multidisciplinary naturalist.
Services include ecological assessments, naturalist surveys, and preparation of regulatory compliance documentation.

Bureau NEED

Bureau NEED is a Brittany-based environmental engineering firm founded by Nicolas Gorin, who brings 20 years of experience.
Their activities include regulatory dossier preparation, rainwater management, ecological diagnosis of wetlands, rivers, and watersheds, and hydrobiological quality assessment.

Fetch | Environnement Marin

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