News Releases
Significant Scottish report on avian flu released today
11 April, 2023
A major report into avian flu in wild birds in Scotland, published today by NatureScot, concludes that long-term conservation measures will be the most effective tool against this devastating virus.
Freshwater pearl mussels discovered in Scottish lochs
04 April, 2023
Critically-endangered freshwater pearl mussels are known to live in Scotland’s rivers, but new research has revealed that they are also in our lochs.
Isle of May to open to the public
31 March, 2023
The Isle of May National Nature Reserve will open its doors to the public this weekend.
Report highlights need for school children to be more connected to nature
30 March, 2023
A new report from NatureScot and partners has highlighted how Scotland’s children could be offered increased amounts of outdoor learning and play, stimulating a post-pandemic generation’s connection to nature and its benefits.
Preparations underway for seabird return
29 March, 2023
NatureScot and partners are putting in place measures to try to reduce the risk of avian flu for Scotland’s seabird colonies this summer.
First-ever Scottish wildcat release approved
24 March, 2023
NatureScot has approved a licence application from the Saving Wildcats partnership to release wildcats in the Cairngorms National Park later this year.
Farmers and land managers urged to share adder sightings
22 March, 2023
Farmers and land managers are being urged to take part in a nationwide survey that seeks to better understand how Scotland’s adder population is faring.
NatureScot concludes action to prevent damage by deer
15 March, 2023
NatureScot has concluded use of its intervention powers to carry out a cull of red deer in Sutherland to protect designated habitats.
Scotland is buzzing with pollinator-friendly activity
10 March, 2023
A wealth of projects to help pollinators are taking place across Scotland to tackle biodiversity loss and the nature crisis, a new NatureScot report reveals.
General licence restricted on Angus estate
08 March, 2023
NatureScot has restricted the use of general licences on Millden Estate, in the Angus Glens, for three years.