Trusted expert eDNA analysis for biodiversity monitoring

We understand that working with eDNA might not be second nature yet – from survey design to results interpretation, we lead you every step of the way. The eDNA Consultancy team are experts in eDNA survey planning, molecular ecology and spatial data analysis. We’re here to help you navigate your eDNA project, identify meaningful insights, and provide you with the evidence that maximises your project's impact.

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How we help

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We work as partners "it’s like having your own in-house molecular team"

As specialists in spatial analysis and applying eDNA data to occupancy modelling and habitat connectivity frameworks, we’re well-placed to guide ambitious conservation initiatives.

Beyond project consultancy and delivery, we’re committed to knowledge sharing – delivering training for researchers, students, and organisations worldwide.

Biodiversity monitoring
Rare and INN Species
eDNA Survey Design
Community Science Projects
Training
Other eDNA Services

How it works

Get in touch

Send us an email with your project idea.

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Project call

An eDNA expert will be in touch to learn more about your project's aims and budget.

We’ll design a scientifically robust sampling strategy that fits your site, timeline, and budget.

Project design
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Minimalist black and white phone receiver icon inside a circle representing a contact or call button.
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A minimalist black and white illustration of a fountain pen nib pointing toward a folded topographical map.
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White outline illustration of laboratory centrifuge tubes in a plastic bag on a black background.
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A minimalist white industrial gear icon with abstract technical circuit lines on a solid black background.
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A black and white report icon featuring a map with location pins and a pie chart for data visualization.

We can collect the samples for you, or collect yourself using our instruction videos for guidance.

Sample collection
Laboratory analysis
Reporting

Leave it to us. Our team will process your samples in 1-8 weeks, see FAQs.

You’ll receive your results via email and through an interactive app, with a follow-up call to guide you through the outcomes.

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Our sampling kits

We provide sterile sample kits for most environments. We have designed these kits with the field surveyor in mind, they are lightweight, portable and have been used by community scientists, ecologists and eDNA practitioners for sampling in a range of aquatic and terrestrial environments.

If our kits aren’t the best method to collect your sample we’ll work with you to devise something better, that is sterile, standardised and straightforward to safely preserve the eDNA.

A terrestrial eDNA sample collection kit with roller, vials, and instructions laid out on grass.
A terrestrial eDNA sample collection kit with roller, vials, and instructions laid out on grass.
Professional soil eDNA sample collection kit with mallet and testing supplies on dry grass.
Professional soil eDNA sample collection kit with mallet and testing supplies on dry grass.
A portable aquatic eDNA water filtration kit with syringes, filters, and biohazard bags on grass.
A portable aquatic eDNA water filtration kit with syringes, filters, and biohazard bags on grass.
Freshwater and marine
Soil
Terrestrial surface
Email us to order your kits
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Official Somerset Wildlife Trust logo featuring a black and white badger head illustration.

“Based on recommendations from others, the Somerset Wildlife Trust let a contract for an extensive eel DNA survey to the eDNA Consultancy […] what particularly struck us was Laura's enthusiasm and clear enjoyment of her work. The Somerset Wildlife Trust would have no hesitation in recommending The eDNA Consultancy with regard to carrying out similar work.”

Testimonials

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Logo of the Lower Medway Internal Drainage Board featuring blue text and a green bird silhouette.

“I was so lucky to work alongside Laura, who taught me everything I needed to know to develop my work. She had the patience to walk me through the techniques without letting me get sidetracked by the imposter pressure an ecologist feels when they walk into a lab. I will forever be grateful.”

Angeliki Savvantoglou (PhD) University of the West of England

Jane Brookhouse (Project coordinator) Somerset Wildlife Trust

"Thank you so much for your patience and invaluable support – you have made the project much easier to deliver."

Anita Soloman (Sustainable Development Officer) Lower Medway Internal Drainage Board

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A woman in winter ski gear holds a black and white dog on a snowy mountain summit.

Links to our services

Biodiversity monitoring
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Illustration of an eppendorf tube and a magnifying glass showing environmental DNA samples like insects, water, and air.
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Illustration of a scientific centrifuge tube mapped to a geographic survey chart.
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Illustration of laboratory microcentrifuge tubes inside a sealed plastic storage bag.
Training
Community science
Survey Design
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A line art illustration of a pipette inside a gear next to a DNA helix for biotechnology and genetic engineering.

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