Item 4 Appendix 3 - Support info capercaillie 20250034DET Nethy housing Redacted

This document contains an assessment of the potential effects of a proposed housing development in Nethy Bridge on the local capercaillie population, a bird species of conservation concern. The assessment considers the likelihood of increased human activity and recreation in nearby capercaillie woods due to the development. It concludes that mitigation measures are necessary, including a designated dog exercise area within the development and a householder advice pack to encourage responsible behavior in the woods, to minimize disturbance to the birds and maintain their dispersal corridor.