NatureScot
Remote peatland granted world heritage status
The Flow Country in the Highlands is home to diverse wildlife and also acts as a massive carbon capture site.
Beavers to return to Cairngorms after 400 years
NatureScot said the animals will contribute to habitat restoration and biodiversity.
New report shows Scottish wildlife is on the decline
The report warned that certain groups of animals monitored are at risk of becoming nationally extinct in Scotland.
Rapid change needed to stop further nature loss in Scotland – report
A new report by NatureScot has revealed rapid change is needed to stop further nature loss in Scotland.
Scottish island gives scientists ‘head start’ for examining rocks from Mars
As part of their preparations, samples from around the world – including on Rum – that are similar to those from the red planet are being collected.
Fewer beavers destroyed as efforts to expand population continue
A report said the population of the animals in Scotland is expanding rapidly, with around 1,500 believed to be living within 424 territories.
Humpback whale found on beach died after entanglement in creel lines, tests show
The juvenile female was found dead on a sand bank at Loch Fleet nature reserve, Sutherland.
Wildcats to be released in Cairngorms after licence approved
The first trial release is expected to happen in June.
Camera hidden in stick gives ‘phenomenal’ live view of nesting sea eagles
Video from the nest can be viewed at the Loch Garten Nature Centre at RSPB Scotland’s nature reserve at Abernethy.
Beavers saved from culling relocated to family farm in ‘groundbreaking’ move
The animals were moved from Tayside to the Argaty Red Kites centre.