Endangered Species Survey Cost Calculator

Estimate biological survey costs for endangered/threatened species by habitat type, target taxa, species count, and seasonal survey requirements under ESA.

Inputs

Survey area (acres)

Habitat type

Target taxa

Target species count

Survey seasons

Include habitat assessment (0/1)

Tab to move between fields

Results

Total survey cost ($)

$26,940

Field survey cost ($)$17,940

Habitat assessment cost ($)$2,600

Report & desktop review ($)$5,900

Lab/analysis cost ($)$500

Total field days8

Timeline (months)8

Cost per acre ($)$1,347

How to Use This Calculator

Enter Survey Area (acres) and select Habitat Type (upland, wetland, riparian, etc.).
Choose Target Taxa (plants, birds, reptiles, mammals, invertebrates) and Number of Target Species.
Set Survey Seasons needed (1-4) based on species biology and permit requirements.
Toggle Habitat Assessment to include a full HCP-quality habitat evaluation.
Review Total Survey Cost ($) to scope the biological survey budget for Section 7 or 10 consultations.

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