News Releases
Warning of high risk of deer on roads
16 May, 2019
With increased collisions between deer and vehicles at this time of year, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is warning motorists to slow down and be on the lookout for deer on the road.
Discover Loch Leven with a fun family day
15 May, 2019
One of Scotland’s most popular nature reserves, Loch Leven, is staging its fun-filled, family-friendly Discovery Day again this year.
Invasive species the biggest pressure on nature sites
13 May, 2019
The majority of Scotland’s natural features are doing well but some face significant challenges from invasive species and other threats, new figures suggest.
Statistical News Release: The Proportion of Scotland's Protected Sites in Favourable Condition 2019
13 May, 2019
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland
Minister helps tackle alien invasion
13 May, 2019
Minister for Rural Affairs and the Natural Environment Mairi Gougeon has marked National Invasive Species Week (13-17 May) by joining volunteer efforts to tackle American mink and giant hogweed.
Celebrate National Walking Month at Scotland’s nature jewels
11 May, 2019
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is urging people to get outside at one of Scotland’s stunning nature reserves during National Walking Month.
New goose plan for Orkney
10 May, 2019
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) will introduce a new Orkney–wide licence to help control greylag goose numbers outside the open season, to support farmers and other land managers in Orkney.
International biodiversity conference announced
09 May, 2019
Scotland’s nature agency SNH has welcomed First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirming that Scotland will host a UN-backed international nature conference in Spring 2020.
Media invite and photo opportunity: Minister helps tackle alien invasion
06 May, 2019
Not for publication or broadcast – for operational guidance only
Major report on state of nature published
06 May, 2019
Scottish Natural Heritage responds to IPBES report
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