Latest press releases
Mountain habitats improving after deer management efforts
19 February, 2026
Habitat conditions have improved across a popular Highland mountain range following long-term collaborative efforts to reduce deer densities in the area.
The Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival is back for 2026: here’s how you can get involved
17 February, 2026
The annual celebration of the extraordinary wildlife of the Outer Hebrides is returning this summer, and residents are being asked to help make it the best yet.
Tha Fèis Fiadh-bheatha nan Eilean a’ tilleadh ann an 2026: seo mar a ghabhas tu pàirt
17 February, 2026
Tha a’ chùirm bhliadhna, a chomharraicheas fiadh-bheatha shònraichte nan Eilean Siar, a’ tillidh as t-samhradh-sa, agus thathar ag iarraidh cuideachadh bho mhuinntir an àite airson an fhèis as fheàrr a th’ air a bhith ann thuige seo a thoirt gu buil.
Reedbed reboot leads to rare raptor return
17 February, 2026
A four-year project to restore the special reedbed habitat at NatureScot’s Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve (NNR) has been hailed a success with the return of marsh harriers to the site.
Invest in nature to future-proof against climate risks
12 February, 2026
Scotland’s nature agency is urging more businesses to join together and invest in nature recovery to protect against the escalating impacts of climate change.
General licence restrictions in the Borders
10 February, 2026
NatureScot has restricted the use of general licences at Raeshaw Estate and Watherston Wood in the Scottish Borders.